Flying to New York from Beijing Capital International

If you just landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport or you're planning your arrival from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), here's the direct answer: you can legally purchase cannabis at licensed adult-use dispensaries throughout New York City. Our brand, Silly Nice, is available at 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State right now. Use our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the closest location to JFK or anywhere in the city. Adults 21+ only.

New York State legalized adult-use cannabis in 2021, and the licensed retail market has grown rapidly since then. As of today, you can legally purchase cannabis flower, concentrates, vapes, hash, and infused products at state-licensed dispensaries throughout New York City and the broader state — no medical card required. You simply need to be 21 years of age or older and present a valid government-issued ID. That means if you're a traveler arriving from Beijing, your passport works just fine at the dispensary counter.

It's important to only shop at licensed, legal dispensaries. New York's Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) regulates the market and only licensed retailers may legally sell cannabis products to adults. Licensed dispensaries carry lab-tested, compliant products — exactly what we produce here at Silly Nice. Unlicensed shops, also called 'gray market' or illegal stores, operate outside state oversight and carry serious risks for consumers, including unverified products with no Certificate of Analysis (COA). Always verify a dispensary's license before you buy. When in doubt, look us up at sillynice.com/dispensaries and we'll point you to a verified licensed retailer carrying our products.

One important reminder for international travelers: cannabis remains federally illegal in the United States, and it is illegal to transport cannabis across international borders or between states. Do not attempt to carry cannabis onto any aircraft or back through customs. Consumption laws in New York permit use in designated areas but prohibit public consumption in many spaces. Please consume responsibly and only in legal, permitted environments after you've settled into your accommodations.

The nonstop flight from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is approximately 13 to 14 hours depending on routing and wind conditions. You'll arrive at one of the world's busiest international airports, located in the Queens borough of New York City. From JFK, you have several transit options into Manhattan and Brooklyn: the AirTrain connects to the subway system (A Train or Jamaica Line), rideshares are widely available, and taxi service operates from the arrivals level.

Once you clear customs and get settled — whether you're heading to Midtown Manhattan, Downtown Brooklyn, the Lower East Side, or anywhere else in the five boroughs — licensed cannabis dispensaries are accessible throughout the city. We recommend using our store locator at sillynice.com/dispensaries to find the closest Silly Nice retail partner to wherever you're staying. We're available in neighborhoods across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and beyond, making it easy to find us shortly after you land and get situated.

We are Silly Nice — a Black-owned, Veteran-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, family-run cannabis brand based in Brooklyn, New York. We were founded by Shane Breen, a U.S. Army Veteran, and LeVar Thomas, partners for over 25 years. We launched in March 2024 and have since expanded into 150+ licensed adult-use dispensaries across New York State. We built this brand from the ground up, right here in New York City, and everything we make reflects the standards we hold ourselves to: small-batch production, rigorous lab testing, and sustainable packaging.

For us, cannabis isn't just a product — it's a craft. Every item in our lineup is produced in small batches, with full Certificates of Analysis (COAs) available publicly at sillynice.com/menu so that any consumer, anywhere in the world, can verify exactly what's in what they're buying. If you're traveling from Beijing and you're accustomed to a culture that values precision, quality, and transparency, we think you're going to appreciate what we've built. We don't cut corners. We don't mass-produce for the sake of scale. We make things the right way and let the numbers speak for themselves.

When you walk into a dispensary carrying Silly Nice, here's what to ask for. We offer a focused, intentional product lineup with some of the highest potency numbers in the New York market — all third-party lab tested and COA-verified.

Diamond Powder — 1g | 86.24% THC | 98.54% Total Cannabinoids | $50. This is one of our most talked-about products and for good reason. Diamond Powder is a crystalline concentrate with near-total cannabinoid content. It's designed for experienced consumers who want maximum potency in a pure, versatile form. Add it to flower, use it in a dab rig, or explore it however suits your experience level. At 98.54% total cannabinoids, it's among the purest products you'll find in any New York dispensary.

Frosted Hash Ball — 1g | 67.34% THC | 78.34% Total Cannabinoids | 5.7% Terpenes | $50. Hash has a deep and respected global history, and our Frosted Hash Ball is a nod to that tradition — elevated with modern small-batch production. The 5.7% terpene content delivers a rich, full-spectrum aromatic experience. This is the kind of hash that serious consumers from anywhere in the world recognize as exceptional craft work.

2G All-In-One Vape — Alaskan Thunder Fuck | 2g | 82.46% THC | 84.06% Total Cannabinoids | $80. Our 2-gram all-in-one disposable vape is one of the best values in the New York market. The Alaskan Thunder Fuck strain delivers a bold, unmistakable profile, and at 82.46% THC across a full 2 grams, this vape is built for consumers who don't want to compromise on either quantity or quality. The self-contained format makes it easy to use once you're legally settled into your accommodations in NYC.

510 Vape Cartridge — Pink Stardust | 1g | 81.96% THC | 88.36% Total Cannabinoids | $40. Our Pink Stardust 510 cartridge pairs a premium oil at 81.96% THC with a classic, universally compatible 510-thread format. At $40 for a full gram, it represents exceptional value for what's inside. If you already have a 510-thread battery or pick one up in NYC, this is the cartridge we'd point you toward first.

Bubble Hash — 1g | 53.32% THC | 62.86% Total Cannabinoids | 6.2% Terpenes | $44. Our Bubble Hash is solventless, full-spectrum, and rich with 6.2% terpenes — the highest terpene content in our lineup. For consumers who prioritize aroma, flavor, and the full entourage effect of the cannabis plant, Bubble Hash is the choice. Solventless production means nothing artificial, nothing added — just pure plant material processed with ice and water.

We're in 150+ licensed dispensaries across New York State right now, with strong retail coverage throughout New York City including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx. Finding us is straightforward: visit sillynice.com/dispensaries for our full, updated store locator. You can also find Silly Nice retailers listed on Weedmaps and other licensed dispensary directories. If you're landing at JFK and heading into any part of the five boroughs, there is almost certainly a dispensary near your destination carrying our products. Use the locator, confirm the store is licensed, and go experience what we've built.

Can I buy cannabis legally in New York City as an international visitor from China? Yes. New York State's adult-use cannabis law does not restrict purchases based on nationality or residency. Any adult aged 21 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID — including a passport — may legally purchase cannabis at a licensed adult-use dispensary in New York. Your Chinese passport or any other valid international passport is acceptable identification at the dispensary counter.

Is it safe to buy cannabis at a New York City dispensary? When you buy from a state-licensed adult-use dispensary, yes. Licensed retailers in New York are regulated by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and are required to carry products that have passed state-compliant third-party laboratory testing. All Silly Nice products come with publicly available Certificates of Analysis (COAs) at sillynice.com/menu. We strongly advise against purchasing from unlicensed or gray-market shops, which operate outside legal oversight and cannot verify the contents of their products.

Can I take cannabis purchased in New York back to China or onto my return flight? No, absolutely not. Cannabis is illegal to transport across international borders and is illegal under federal law in the United States. It is a serious criminal offense to attempt to bring cannabis through any international airport, through customs, or onto any international flight. Cannabis purchased in New York must be consumed legally within the state. Do not attempt to carry it beyond New York State borders, and never bring it to JFK or any other airport for travel. This information is provided purely to help you understand legal consumption options during your stay in New York City.

We built Silly Nice for New York, and we're proud to be one of the city's most accessible premium cannabis brands. Whether you've just landed at JFK from a 14-hour flight out of Beijing, or you're planning ahead before your trip, we want to be the brand you seek out when you're ready to explore what legal cannabis in New York City actually looks like at its best. Visit sillynice.com/dispensaries, find a licensed retailer near you, and ask for Silly Nice at the counter. We'll be there. Adults 21+ only. Consume responsibly.