The nearest airport is in John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR), which is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) away.
It's easy to get around Lefrak City by jumping on the metro at Fresh Pond Rd. Station, Forest Av. Station or Seneca Av. Station.