Yes, Ranchi Airport (IXR) has two indoor smoking spots on the first floor after security: one near the staircase and another to the left of the Eat Street food stall. Outdoor designated areas are also available near the terminal entrance and parking lot.
Ranchi’s Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) serves as Jharkhand’s main air gateway, connecting the state capital to major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bangalore. The airport has indoor smoking rooms on the first floor, accessible after security.
Inside Terminals
Two smoking spots are available on the first floor after clearing security:
- Near the staircase: Head to the first floor after security and the smoking corner is clearly visible near the top of the stairs or escalator. Look for signage directing you to the area.
- Left of Eat Street: A second spot is on the first floor to the left of the Eat Street food shop, near the staircase.
Smoking Zone at Ranchi Birsa Munda Airport – IXR
Having two smoking spots on the first floor is unusual for a smaller Indian airport. Check both if one happens to be crowded.
Outside Terminals
Designated outdoor smoking areas are near the terminal entrance on the departures level. The parking area outside provides additional open space. After arriving, the area outside the arrivals exit has room for smoking.
For India airport smoking rules, the PECA vape ban, lighter-machine instructions, and other rules, see our India smoking guide.