Smoking at Växjö Airport – VXO

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Yes, you can smoke at Växjö Småland Airport (VXO) outdoors in the designated areas outside the terminal, away from the entrance. The terminal 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 Layout

Växjö Småland Airport (ICAO ESMX) sits about 10 km northwest of central Växjö in southern Sweden and is operated by Växjö Småland Airport AB, owned by Kronoberg county and the local municipalities. It is a small single-storey terminal with a café and free Wi-Fi. The route network mixes domestic and leisure flying — Västflyg operates the year-round domestic link to Stockholm-Bromma, Ryanair flies to Alicante and Zadar, Norwegian serves Málaga, and seasonal sun charters fill out the summer schedule. With everything on one level, check-in, security and the gate are close together.

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. Because the airport is small, stepping outside again is quick.

Snus and Alternatives

Snus (smokeless tobacco) is widely used across 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 throughout Sweden and are a practical option during airside waits.

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 Växjö Småland Airport (VXO)?

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

Where can I smoke at Växjö Småland Airport?

Smoke outside the terminal in the marked designated areas, away from the doors. Under Swedish law you cannot smoke at entrances or doorways. Växjö is a compact single-storey terminal, so the outdoor area is a short walk from check-in.

Is there a smoking area after security at Växjö Småland Airport (VXO)?

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 Växjö Småland Airport (VXO)?

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.