Yes, you can smoke at Norrköping Airport (NRK) outdoors in the designated areas outside the terminal, away from the entrance. The terminal building is smoke-free, with no indoor smoking room and no area after security. Snus (smokeless tobacco) can be used anywhere inside as an alternative.
Airport Status
Norrköping Airport (ICAO ESSP) sits about 3 km from central Norrköping and is owned by the city, operated through Norrköping Airport AB. It is a small, single-terminal airport (around 3,660 m²) that now runs on charter and seasonal traffic rather than a year-round scheduled network — regular scheduled service ended when Flybmi collapsed in February 2019. Leisure charters with operators such as TUI fly Nordic, Sunclass Airlines and Jettime serve Mediterranean and Canary Islands destinations in season. Passenger numbers are modest (roughly 60,000 in 2023), so the terminal is quiet and quick to move through.
Smoking Areas
Before security: Smoking is permitted outdoors in the marked designated areas outside the terminal, set back from the doors as Swedish law requires. This is the only place to smoke at the airport.
After security: There are no smoking areas after security and no indoor smoking room. Finish your cigarette outside before you check in or clear screening, as you cannot step back out without re-clearing.
Snus and Alternatives
Snus (smokeless tobacco) is deeply rooted in Swedish culture and produces no smoke, so it can be used anywhere in the terminal, including after security. Snus and nicotine pouches are sold widely across Sweden and are a practical option during airside waits.
Summary
| Area | Smoking Allowed | Location Details |
|---|---|---|
| Outside terminal | Outdoor only | Designated marked area away from the doors |
| Inside terminal | No | No indoor smoking room |
| After security | No | No airside smoking areas |
| Snus | Anywhere | No restrictions on smokeless tobacco |
For Sweden airport smoking rules, vaping rules, and other general info, see our Sweden smoking guide.