Yes, Bangalore Airport (BLR) has multiple indoor smoking rooms after security in both terminals. Terminal 2 has a smoking room in Connecting Corridor 1 near Gate C3, while Terminal 1 has rooms on the 1st floor near the 080 Lounge opposite Gate 12, opposite Gate 35, and opposite Gate 40. Outdoor smoking areas and kerbside cabins are also available.
Bangalore Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), also known as Bengaluru Airport, has designated smoking zones in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Whether you need an indoor smoking room after security or an outdoor smoking area before check-in, this guide covers every smoking zone at Bangalore Airport with exact gate locations and photos.
Smoking Zone in Bangalore Airport Terminal 2 (T2)
Terminal 2 is the newer terminal at Kempegowda International Airport and handles both domestic and international flights. T2 has dedicated smoking zones after security that are well-maintained and easy to find.
Smoking Area After Security in T2
In the international departures section, the main smoking room is in Connecting Corridor 1 (CC1) near Gate C3. Follow the signs towards the prayer room and baby changing facilities — the smoking room is on the left. It is a full-sized room with built-in cigarette lighters, tables, and bar stool seating. There is also a smaller indoor smoking pod nearby that fits 4-5 people. T2 also has a large outdoor smoking area after security, to the left of the walkway leading to gates C1-C6 and D1-D13, that can accommodate around 100 people and provides lighting devices.
In the domestic departures section of T2, the smoking area is an open area opposite Bus Gate 18.
Smoking Area at Bangalore Airport Terminal 2
Outside Terminal 2
There is a smoking booth outside the T2 arrival area at the kerbside, behind Nandini Cafe Moo near the airport taxi boarding area. Exit the arrival hall and look to the left near the taxi stand.
Outside T2 Arrival - Next to Airport Taxi stand towards left from Exit
Smoking is also permitted at designated kerbside areas on both the departure and arrival levels.
Smoking Area in Bangalore Airport Terminal 1 (T1)
Terminal 1 at Bangalore Airport has multiple indoor smoking rooms and outdoor smoking cabins spread across departures and arrivals.
Smoking Rooms After Security in T1
The primary smoking room in T1 is on the 1st floor, next to the 080 Lounge opposite Gate 12. Take the escalator up past the shops and turn right — the smoking room is between the lounge and the business centre. A cigarette shop is located right next to it, making this the most convenient spot for smokers in Terminal 1.
Smoking Zone at Bangalore Airport Domestic Terminal 1, on 1st floor beside domestic lounge
A second smoking room is near the restrooms, right after the restaurants (Google Maps Location):
Smoking Room Next to the Restrooms, right after the restaurants - Map
Additional smoking rooms are located opposite Gate 35 and opposite Gate 40, towards the far end of Terminal 1.
Smoking Room at Arrivals in T1
At the T1 arrival level, there is a smoking cabin located after the last arrival terminal exit, behind the Left Luggage shop past Chai Point. This is an outdoor cabin, so no need to worry about stepping outside after a long flight.
Outside Terminal 1
There is a smoking cabin right outside the T1 departure entrance near Mayiaas restaurant.
The largest outdoor smoking area at Bangalore Airport is in the Restaurant/Flea Market zone outside the terminals, next to pubs and bars like Windmill Craft. This is the most spacious and comfortable smoking area, with a cigarette shop right next to it near Cafe Coffee Day (Google Maps Location):
Smoking Area Outside Bangalore Airport Terminal 1, right after the Pubs/Restaurants - Map
The Quad by BLR
The Quad by BLR is an outdoor dining and entertainment area between the terminals where smoking is permitted. If you have a long layover and want fresh air with food and drinks, The Quad is a great option without needing to re-enter the terminal.
International Terminal Smoking Areas
Smoking areas are available inside the international terminal at Bangalore Airport. Look for designated smoking room signage after clearing immigration and security.
All Smoking Zones at Bangalore Airport
| Location | Terminal | Type | Nearest Landmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecting Corridor 1 (CC1) | T2 Intl | Indoor | Near Gate C3, prayer room signs, has lighters |
| Smoking Pod | T2 Intl | Indoor | Near CC1, fits 4-5 people |
| Large Outdoor Area | T2 Intl | Outdoor | Left of walkway to C1-C6/D1-D13, ~100 capacity |
| Opposite Bus Gate 18 | T2 Dom | Open Area | Domestic departures |
| Arrival Kerbside | T2 | Outdoor | Behind Nandini Cafe Moo, near taxi stand |
| 1st Floor near 080 Lounge | T1 | Indoor | Opposite Gate 12, cigarette shop nearby |
| Near Restrooms | T1 | Indoor | After restaurants |
| Opposite Gate 35 | T1 | Indoor | Mid-terminal |
| Opposite Gate 40 | T1 | Indoor | Far end of terminal |
| Behind Left Luggage | T1 | Outdoor | Past Chai Point at arrivals |
| Near Mayiaas | T1 | Outdoor | Outside departure entrance |
| Restaurant/Flea Market | T1 | Outdoor | Near Windmill Craft and Cafe Coffee Day |
| The Quad by BLR | Between | Outdoor | Dining and entertainment area |
| International Terminal | T1 | Indoor | After immigration |
Tips for Smokers at Bangalore Airport
Bangalore Airport has one of the best smoking room setups among Indian airports, with indoor zones available after security in both terminals. In Terminal 2, follow the signs towards the prayer room in Connecting Corridor 1 — the smoking room near Gate C3 has built-in lighters and bar seating. For Terminal 1, take the escalator to the 1st floor near the 080 Lounge where you will also find a cigarette shop. If you have a long layover, the outdoor Restaurant/Flea Market area near Windmill Craft or The Quad by BLR are the most comfortable spots with food, drinks, and spacious smoking zones.
Lighters and matchboxes are confiscated at security on all Indian domestic flights, but the smoking rooms inside the airport provide built-in lighting stations so you do not need your own. You can carry cigarettes in your hand luggage without any issues. E-cigarettes and vapes are completely banned across India and cannot be carried at any airport.
Keep in mind that you cannot walk between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 airside — if you need to switch terminals, you must exit and use ground transportation, so plan your smoking break around your departure terminal. Smoking outside designated areas at Bangalore Airport carries a ₹1,000 fine under Karnataka’s COTPA regulations.
