Fly into John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), the closest airport, located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), which is 21.5 mi (34.6 km) away.
You can see more of Terrace Heights by jumping on the metro at 169 St. Station, Parsons Blvd. Station or Sutphin Blvd. Station (Hillside Av.).