Yes, Indore Airport (IDR) has a designated indoor smoking zone at the left end of the domestic terminal, accessible after security. Outdoor smoking areas are also available near the main terminal entrance and parking lot.

Inside Terminals

The domestic terminal at Indore Airport has a designated smoking zone at the left end of the building, available after you clear security. Once you pass through screening, instead of heading toward the main boarding gates, walk to the far left of the terminal. The smoking zone is located at the end of the corridor. It is not heavily signposted, so if you cannot find it immediately, ask airline ground crew nearby and they will direct you.

For the international terminal, there is no confirmed indoor smoking facility as of early 2026. International operations at IDR are still limited, and the terminal does not yet appear to have a dedicated smoking enclosure. If you are departing on an international flight, plan to smoke outside before entering the terminal.

Outside Terminals

Outdoor smoking is permitted in designated areas near the main terminal entrance and around the parking lot. Given Indore’s reputation as India’s cleanest city, the airport enforces its litter rules more strictly than most — ashtrays and bins are provided, and you should absolutely use them. The parking area provides a relaxed spot if you arrive early, and there are benches in the vicinity. Just stay within the marked zones.

For India airport smoking rules, the PECA vape ban, lighter-machine instructions, and other rules, see our India smoking guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a smoking zone inside Indore Airport (IDR)?

Yes. The domestic terminal has a designated smoking zone at the left end of the terminal building, accessible after you clear security. This is a confirmed indoor spot where you can smoke without leaving the secure area.

Where exactly is the smoking area in Indore Airport's domestic terminal?

After passing through security screening, walk all the way to the left end of the domestic terminal building. The designated smoking zone is located there. Follow the corridor past the gates and you will find it toward the far wall.

Can I smoke at Indore Airport's international terminal?

There is no confirmed smoking zone inside the international terminal at Indore Airport as of early 2026. If you are flying internationally, your best option is to use the outdoor smoking spots near the parking area or terminal entrance before clearing security.

Are vapes and e-cigarettes allowed at Indore Airport?

Cigarette smoking is allowed in the designated zones at Indore Airport. E-cigarettes and vaping devices, however, are banned across India — do not bring them to the airport, as they will be confiscated.