Smoking at Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport – LKO

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Yes, Lucknow Airport (LKO) has a designated indoor smoking zone in the Domestic Departure Security Hold Area of Terminal 3, near Gates 14 and 15. This airside room is accessible after clearing security and is the only indoor smoking option at LKO.

Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) is Uttar Pradesh’s main air gateway, connecting the state capital to major Indian cities and select international destinations. Terminal 3 opened in March 2024 and is now the operating terminal, with a designated indoor smoking zone accessible after security.

Inside Terminals

The smoking zone is in the Terminal 3 Domestic Departure Security Hold Area, near Gates 14 and 15. After clearing security, head towards the gate-14/15 end of the departure hall and you’ll find the marked room there.

Lucknow Airport Smoking ZoneLucknow Airport Terminal 3 Smoking Zone, in the Domestic Departure Security Hold Area near Gates 14 and 15.

The room is ventilated and clearly marked with signage. This is the only airside smoking area at LKO — there are no additional rooms near other gates, so plan your visit before settling at your departure gate.

Outside Terminals

Smoking is permitted at designated outdoor areas near the departures entrance. The parking area and forecourt have open-air spots with ashtrays. If arriving, look for the outdoor smoking area near the arrivals exit.

With Lucknow’s heavy labour-migration traffic to the Gulf, a great many passengers transit Dubai, so it is worth reading up on the comfortable smoking lounges available after security at Dubai International Airport (DXB) before a long layover.

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

Can I smoke inside Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport?

Yes, Lucknow Airport has a designated indoor smoking zone in the Domestic Departure Security Hold Area of Terminal 3, near Gates 14 and 15. It is accessible after clearing security.

Where are the smoking zones at Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport?

The main smoking zone is the indoor designated room in the Terminal 3 Domestic Departure Security Hold Area, near Gates 14 and 15, after security. Landside, you can also smoke in the open air outside the terminal before screening.

Are there smoking areas after security at Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport?

Yes. The Terminal 3 smoking zone is airside in the Domestic Departure Security Hold Area near Gates 14 and 15, so departing passengers can smoke after clearing security without leaving the terminal.

Can I smoke in the transit area at Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport?

Transit and departing passengers can use the airside smoking zone in the Terminal 3 Domestic Departure Security Hold Area, near Gates 14 and 15, without exiting security.

How do I use the electric lighter machine at Lucknow Airport (LKO)?

Wait for the red indicator light on the wall-mounted lighter machine to turn on, then press the red button - the red light should immediately go off, signaling the heating coil is now warming up. Wait up to a minute, then peek into the small hole on top of the machine where you will see the amber-orange heating coil glowing. Hold your cigarette tip against the coil for 3 to 5 seconds to light. The most common mistake is pressing the button while the red light is off - nothing happens then. Repeat all the steps if it does not work.