Yes, Coimbatore Airport (CJB) has two indoor smoking options after security: a designated zone near Gate 2 and the Blueberry Bar and Restaurant on the 1st floor where smoking is permitted with any purchase. Outdoor areas are also available near the parking zone.
Inside Terminals
Coimbatore Airport gives smokers two choices after clearing security, which is notably generous for a mid-sized Indian airport.
The quicker option is the designated smoking zone near Gate 2. Once you are through security, it is a short walk — look for the signage pointing toward the zone. This is a straightforward smoking area that does not require any purchase or special access.
The second option is more comfortable. The Blueberry Bar and Restaurant on the first floor allows smoking inside the establishment. The catch is that you need to order something — but even a soft drink or a cup of coffee qualifies. This is a sit-down spot where you can relax with a cigarette while watching the tarmac activity, making it a good choice if you have time to spare before boarding.
Outside Terminals
Outside the terminal, smoking is permitted in designated areas around the parking zone. This is the default option for anyone who has not yet entered the building or who wants to smoke before check-in. The outdoor areas are open-air and located near the terminal approach, so you will not have to walk far from the drop-off point.
For India airport smoking rules, the PECA vape ban, lighter-machine instructions, and other rules, see our India smoking guide.