Looking for a place to smoke at Nagoya Centrair Airport? NGO is widely considered one of the best airports in the world for smokers, with approximately 15 clean, well-ventilated smoking rooms.
Smoking at Nagoya Chubu Centrair International Airport – NGO – 2026
Terminal 2, which opened in 2019 for low-cost carriers, has no documented smoking rooms. If you are flying an LCC from Terminal 2, use the smoking rooms in Terminal 1 before heading to T2 security.
All smoking rooms at Centrair are enclosed, well-ventilated, and equipped with plug lighters (electric lighters mounted on the wall). Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the smoking rooms. IQOS and heated tobacco are allowed. Smoking anywhere outside the designated rooms is prohibited.
Terminal 1 — Landside (Pre-Security)
| Floor | Location |
|---|---|
| 2F | Domestic arrivals lobby (left side) |
| 2F | International arrivals lobby (right side) |
| 3F | Opposite domestic check-in counters O and P |
| 3F | Opposite international check-in counter B |
Terminal 1 — Domestic Departures (Airside)
| Floor | Location |
|---|---|
| 2F | Opposite Gates 4-6 |
| 2F | Opposite Gate 10 |
| 2F | Gates 201-206 area (spacious room with seating) |
Terminal 1 — International Departures (Airside)
| Floor | Location |
|---|---|
| 2F | Near Gate 7 |
| 2F | Near Gate 17A |
| 2F | Near Gate 22 |
| 2F | Near Gate 23 |
Airport Lounges with Smoking
- Plaza Premium Lounge (next to Gate 18, international departures): Dedicated smoking room
- Centrair Global Lounge (near Gate 19, international): Smoking room available
Terminal 2 (LCC Terminal)
Terminal 2, which opened in 2019 for low-cost carriers, has no documented smoking rooms. If you are flying an LCC from Terminal 2, use the smoking rooms in Terminal 1 before heading to T2 security.
Chubu Centrair Smoking Policy
All smoking rooms at Centrair are enclosed, well-ventilated, and equipped with plug lighters (electric lighters mounted on the wall). Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the smoking rooms. IQOS and heated tobacco are allowed. Smoking anywhere outside the designated rooms is prohibited.
Tips for Smokers at Chubu Centrair Airport
- Centrair has about 15 smoking rooms — one of the highest counts of any airport globally
- All rooms have wall-mounted electric plug lighters
- The rooms are frequently described as clean and well-maintained
- Terminal 2 (LCC) has no smoking rooms — use Terminal 1 before going to T2
- IQOS, Ploom, and glo heated tobacco devices are welcome in all rooms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I smoke inside Nagoya Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)?
Yes, Japanese airports typically have well-maintained indoor smoking rooms throughout the terminals. Japan is one of the most smoker-friendly countries for air travelers.
Where are the smoking areas at Nagoya Chubu Centrair Airport?
Look for designated smoking rooms marked with clear signage inside the terminal. Most are located near boarding gates, food courts, and transit areas.
Is there a smoking area after security at Nagoya Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)?
Yes, most Japanese airports have smoking rooms available after security, often near the gate areas. Some airports like Narita and Haneda have multiple smoking rooms in each terminal.
Can I vape at Nagoya Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)?
Heated tobacco products (like IQOS) and vaping are generally allowed in designated smoking rooms at Japanese airports. Use the same smoking rooms as regular cigarettes.