The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has issued a travel advisory for the week of November 8 to 14, alerting travelers to planned lane closures and service changes at several major transportation hubs. These include the George Washington Bridge, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, Goethals Bridge, and Outerbridge Crossing.
In addition to road closures, significant construction is underway at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), part of a $19 billion redevelopment project aimed at transforming the airport into a "world-class global gateway." This construction may cause delays or detours on airport roadways. Travelers are advised to use mass transit options such as MTA New York City Transit subways or buses and the Long Island Rail Road for easier access to JFK. The Port Authority encourages motorists to use its free drop-off and pickup lot at Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain JFK station.
Specific lane closures have been scheduled for various times throughout the week across multiple locations:
- **George Washington Bridge**: Closures will affect Lemoine Avenue and several lanes on both levels from Friday evening through Sunday morning.
- **Holland Tunnel**: The New Jersey-bound tube will close overnight starting Tuesday due to ongoing Superstorm Sandy repairs.
- **Lincoln Tunnel**: Different tubes will be closed during specific hours between Saturday night and Thursday morning.
- **Goethals Bridge**: Alternating right lane closures in both directions are planned over the weekend mornings.
- **Outerbridge Crossing**: An eastbound right lane will be closed overnight from Friday through Saturday morning and again during weekday nights.
For air travelers using Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, or JFK, the Port Authority emphasizes pre-booking parking spaces if traveling by car. Failure to do so may result in surcharges or difficulty finding available parking spots.
Additionally, AirTrain JFK service will be suspended from late Tuesday night until Wednesday afternoon for maintenance work. During this period, free shuttle buses will provide alternative transportation between key stations and all airport terminals.
Security screening delays are anticipated at Newark Liberty's Terminal B due to ongoing rehabilitation work; passengers should plan for additional travel time when departing from this terminal.
Port Authority officials urge all travelers using these facilities during this period to plan ahead accordingly. Updates on construction impacts can be accessed via Construction.JFKAirport.com or relevant links provided by the Port Authority's communications channels.
