Yes, Bhubaneswar (BBSR) Airport (BBI) has an indoor smoking zone inside the Bird Lounge, which is landside (before security), plus an outdoor area at the departures forecourt. There is no confirmed smoking room after security, so smoke before you clear the checkpoint or step outside.
Bhubaneswar’s Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) serves as Odisha’s main airport, connecting the state capital to major Indian cities. It also handles pilgrimage traffic to nearby Puri and the Jagannath Temple.
Inside Terminals
The indoor smoking zone is inside the Bird Lounge, located landside (before security) opposite Gate 2. Lounge access is available via Priority Pass or on a pay-per-use basis.
Because this room is before the security checkpoint, there is no confirmed smoking room once you are airside. If you need to smoke after security, do so in the Bird Lounge before clearing security, or step out to the outdoor area at departures.
Outside Terminals
Designated outdoor smoking areas are located near the departures entrance. The parking area outside the terminal has open space where smoking is permitted. After arriving, look for the outdoor area near the curbside pickup zone.
For India airport smoking rules, the PECA vape ban, lighter-machine instructions, and other rules, see our India smoking guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a smoking zone in BBSR airport?
Yes. BBSR is the local code for Bhubaneswar Biju Patnaik International Airport (IATA code BBI). It has an indoor smoking zone inside the Bird Lounge, which is landside (before security) opposite Gate 2, plus an outdoor area at departures.
Can I smoke inside Bhubaneswar Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)?
Yes, there is an indoor smoking room inside the Bird Lounge at Bhubaneswar Airport. The lounge is landside, before the security checkpoint, opposite Gate 2.
Where are the smoking zones at Bhubaneswar Biju Patnaik Airport?
The indoor smoking zone at BBI is inside the Bird Lounge, located landside (before security) opposite Gate 2. There is also an outdoor smoking area near the departures entrance.
Is there a smoking area after security at Bhubaneswar Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)?
Smoke before clearing security — the indoor smoking zone is inside the landside Bird Lounge opposite Gate 2, and the outdoor area is at departures. No smoking room after security is confirmed at Bhubaneswar Airport.
Can I vape at Bhubaneswar Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)?
Cigarettes are fine in the Bird Lounge smoking zone and the outdoor departures area — e-cigarettes and vaping devices are banned in India, so do not carry or use them at Indian airports as they may be confiscated.
