Smoking at Umeå Airport – UME

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Yes, you can smoke at Umeå Airport (UME) outdoors in the designated areas outside the terminal, away from the entrance. This Swedavia airport is smoke-free indoors, with no smoking room and no area after security. Snus (smokeless tobacco) can be used anywhere inside as an alternative.

Airport Layout

Umeå Airport is operated by Swedavia and sits about 5 km from the centre of Umeå, the largest city in northern Sweden. It handled around 675,000 passengers in 2024, making it the second-busiest airport in Norrland after Luleå. Traffic is dominated by the Stockholm Arlanda shuttle flown by SAS and Norwegian, with additional service such as Finnair to Vaasa, Jonair regional flights to Östersund, and seasonal TUI charter to Gran Canaria. The single terminal was rebuilt and expanded in the early 2010s, and with check-in, security and gates close together it is 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.

Winter note: Umeå winters are long and cold, with sub-zero temperatures common from November through March. Dress warmly for an outdoor cigarette, or use snus airside.

Snus and Alternatives

Snus (smokeless tobacco) is widely used across northern Sweden and produces no smoke, so it can be used anywhere in the terminal, including after security. Snus and nicotine pouches are sold at shops in the terminal — a practical alternative to braving the cold.

Summary

AreaSmoking AllowedLocation Details
Outside terminalOutdoor onlyDesignated marked area away from the doors
Inside terminalNoNo indoor smoking room
After securityNoNo airside smoking areas
SnusAnywhereNo restrictions on smokeless tobacco

For Sweden airport smoking rules, vaping rules, and other general info, see our Sweden smoking guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Umeå Airport (UME)?

Yes, you can smoke at the designated outdoor areas outside the terminal, set back from the entrance. This Swedavia airport is smoke-free indoors, with no smoking room and no area after security. Snus can be used anywhere inside as an alternative.

Where can I smoke at Umeå Airport?

Smoke outside the terminal in the marked designated areas, away from the doors. Under Swedish law you cannot smoke at entrances or doorways. Dress warmly in winter, when northern Sweden gets very cold.

Is there a smoking area after security at Umeå Airport (UME)?

No. There is no smoking room or area after security. Smoke outside before you check in or clear screening, as you cannot return outdoors without re-clearing. Snus works anywhere airside.

Can I vape at Umeå Airport (UME)?

Sweden’s 2019 tobacco law treats e-cigarettes like cigarettes in public spaces, so vape only in the outdoor designated smoking areas. Snus is allowed anywhere inside.