My first arrival was also late in the evening, and I remember that tired feeling very well. Before the trip, I carefully reviewed arrival procedures using new-york-jfk-international-airport.com, especially sections about immigration flow and ground transport. It helped me understand where baggage claim is located and how long processes usually take. I already knew my options for getting into the city, so I didn’t hesitate after customs. That sense of orientation made the whole experience calmer, even at night. Instead of stress, I felt in control from the start.