Yes, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) has designated smoking rooms for passengers. Rooms are available in public areas and near boarding gates throughout the airport.

Smoking Rooms at Seoul Incheon Airport

Outside Terminals: Smoking is permitted only at designated outdoor smoking areas.

Inside Terminals: Incheon Airport has numerous smoking rooms, with around 10 in each terminal.

Terminal 1 Smoking Locations

  • Public Area 1F: 2 smoking rooms

  • Departure Area 3F: 6 smoking rooms

  • Domestic Airline Offices 2F: 1 smoking room

  • Concourse 2F: 2 smoking rooms

  • Concourse 3F: 4 smoking rooms

  • Smoking room near Gate 45 (confirmed August 2024)

Terminal 2 Smoking Locations

As of May 2025, confirmed smoking areas in Terminal 2:

  • Gate 235: Open for both classic cigarettes and vape

  • Gate 247: Smoking room available

  • Gate 254: Smoking room available

  • Gate 264: Smoking room available

E-Cigarette & Vape Areas

Incheon Airport has introduced separate areas for smoking and vaping - a creative approach not commonly seen at other Asian airports. Most smoking rooms allow both traditional tobacco and electronic cigarettes, but some dedicated vape areas exist.

For South Korea airport smoking rules, the vape ban, and other general info, see our South Korea smoking guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Seoul Incheon Airport?

Yes, Incheon Airport has multiple indoor smoking rooms in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Rooms are available in public areas and near boarding gates throughout the airport.

Where are the smoking areas in Terminal 2 at Incheon?

In Terminal 2, confirmed smoking areas are near Gates 235, 247, 254, and 264. Gate 235 is open for both traditional cigarettes and vaping devices.

Can I vape at Incheon Airport?

Yes! Incheon Airport is unique in offering separate areas for vaping. Most smoking rooms allow both traditional cigarettes and e-cigarettes, with Gate 235 in Terminal 2 confirmed for vape use.

Are the smoking rooms at Incheon Airport spacious?

Yes, Incheon’s smoking rooms are known for being big and spacious compared to other airports. Some even have views of the tarmac and planes.