Yes, Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) has designated indoor smoking rooms across all five terminals. Ventilated smoking rooms are available in the departure areas of Terminals 1, 2 and 5 for international passengers, and in Terminals 3 and 4 for domestic travelers, all accessible after security.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is the main gateway to the Saudi capital and one of the busiest airports in the Middle East, handling around 30 million passengers annually. The airport provides designated indoor smoking rooms across its terminals, in line with Saudi Arabia’s Anti-Smoking Law which requires smoking facilities at airports.
Airport Layout
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport has five terminals arranged around a central mosque. Following a February 2026 terminal reallocation, Terminal 1 handles national-carrier international flights (flynas and flyadeal), while Terminal 2 handles Saudia and Riyadh Air international services. Terminals 3 and 4 serve domestic routes operated by Saudi airlines. Terminal 5, previously a domestic terminal, now handles foreign-airline international flights since the February 2026 reallocation. The terminals are connected by shuttle buses and a people mover system.
Smoking Areas
Terminals 1, 2 and 5 (International)
Designated smoking rooms are available in the departure areas of all three international terminals. These enclosed rooms have ventilation systems and seating. After clearing security and passport control, follow signs to the smoking rooms in the gate areas. Terminal 5, which now handles foreign-airline international flights following the February 2026 reallocation, has well-equipped smoking facilities with modern ventilation.
Terminals 3 and 4 (Domestic)
The domestic terminals also provide smoking rooms in their departure lounges. For Terminals 3 and 4, smoking rooms are located in the departure waiting areas.
Pre-Security and Arrivals
Before entering the terminals, outdoor smoking is possible in designated areas near the terminal entrances. The arrivals level also has outdoor areas where smoking is permitted. Be mindful of extreme summer heat — temperatures in Riyadh regularly exceed 45°C from June through September.
Summary
| Area | Smoking Allowed | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminals 1-2 (International) | Yes | Indoor rooms | Post-security departure areas |
| Terminals 3-4 (Domestic) | Yes | Indoor rooms | Departure waiting areas |
| Terminal 5 (International — foreign carriers) | Yes | Indoor rooms | Modern facilities with improved ventilation |
| Terminal entrances | Yes | Outdoor | Designated spots near entrances |
| Arrivals level | Yes | Outdoor | Outside terminal buildings |
| General terminal areas | No | — | Fines apply for violations |
For Saudi Arabia airport smoking rules, vaping rules, and other general info, see our Saudi Arabia smoking guide.