Yes, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) has designated outdoor smoking areas on the 1st floor near the Police Station, in front of Magic Food Court at Gate 10, and at Parking Building Zones 2 and 3. Airside, travelers report smoking areas in the satellite terminal near gates S110-S122 and a smoking terrace at the Miracle Lounge near Gate D5.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is Thailand’s main international hub, handling over 60 million passengers a year. All indoor smoking rooms at BKK were closed in February 2019 when Thailand declared its six major airports smoke-free zones. Officially, smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor areas outside the terminal building. However, recent traveler reports indicate that the new satellite terminal (SAT-1) has outdoor smoking areas accessible from the airside. This guide covers every known smoking option at Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Official Smoking Areas (Landside)
The four official designated smoking areas at Suvarnabhumi Airport are all located outdoors on the 1st floor of the terminal, as listed on the official airport website:
In Front of Airport Police Station
A designated smoking area on the 1st floor near the Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station. This is one of the more established outdoor smoking spots at BKK.
In Front of Magic Food Court, Gate 10
A designated outdoor smoking area on the 1st floor in front of the Magic Food Court near Gate 10. The Magic Food Court is a popular budget dining spot at the airport, so this area is easy to find and well-trafficked.
Parking Building Zone 2 (1st Floor)
A smoking area at the 1st floor level of Parking Building Zone 2. Access from the terminal via the pedestrian walkway to the parking structure.
Parking Building Zone 3 (1st Floor)
A smoking area at the 1st floor level of Parking Building Zone 3, at the opposite end of the parking complex.
Additional Landside Smoking Spots
Beyond the four official areas, travelers have reported smoking at these tolerated spots:
- S1 Bus Stop (Ground Level): Near the Khaosan bus stop on the lowest level of the airport. Ashtrays are present.
- Entrance 8 (Ground Floor): Walk across the pedestrian bridge to the parking facility. The smoking area is on the right near the parking lot entrance.
- Door 1 Curb Area: Near the opposite end of the terminal (close to Door 10). Ashtrays are present, and airport staff reportedly direct smokers here, though it is not officially designated.
Airside Smoking Options (After Security)
Officially, smoking is prohibited in all airside areas at Suvarnabhumi Airport. However, the situation has evolved since the satellite terminal (SAT-1) opened in September 2023.
Satellite Terminal (SAT-1)
Recent traveler reports from 2024-2025 indicate that the satellite terminal has outdoor smoking areas accessible from the airside:
- Near Gate S110: Smoking area reported in the SAT-1 terminal
- In Front of Gate S111A: Confirmed smoking area
- Between Gates S120 and S122: Another reported smoking spot
These areas are in the satellite terminal, which is connected to the main terminal by an underground automated people mover (APM). If your flight departs from an S-gate, these are the most accessible airside options.
Near Gate 118A and Gate 119
Travelers have reported smoking rooms near gates 118A and 119 in the main concourse, confirmed as of 2024. The status of these areas may change, so ask airport staff when you arrive.
Miracle Lounge (Near Gate D5)
The Miracle Lounge in the international departures concourse near Gate D5 has an outdoor smoking terrace. Entry costs 1,500 baht (approximately $42 USD) and includes food, drinks, Wi-Fi, and up to 2 hours of lounge access. This is the most comfortable airside smoking option at BKK, particularly for long layovers.
All Smoking Areas at Bangkok Airport
| Location | Access | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Police Station (1F) | Landside | Outdoor | Official designated area |
| Magic Food Court, Gate 10 (1F) | Landside | Outdoor | Official designated area |
| Parking Building Zone 2 (1F) | Landside | Outdoor | Official designated area |
| Parking Building Zone 3 (1F) | Landside | Outdoor | Official designated area |
| S1 Bus Stop (Ground Level) | Landside | Outdoor | Near Khaosan bus stop |
| Entrance 8 (Ground Floor) | Landside | Outdoor | Near parking facility |
| Door 1 Curb Area | Landside | Outdoor | Tolerated, not official |
| Near Gate S110 (SAT-1) | Airside | Outdoor | Traveler-reported, satellite terminal |
| Gate S111A (SAT-1) | Airside | Outdoor | Traveler-reported, satellite terminal |
| Between S120-S122 (SAT-1) | Airside | Outdoor | Traveler-reported, satellite terminal |
| Near Gate 118A | Airside | Indoor | Traveler-reported, may change |
| Near Gate 119 | Airside | Indoor | Traveler-reported, may change |
| Miracle Lounge (Gate D5) | Airside | Outdoor terrace | 1,500 baht entry, includes F&B |
Thailand Smoking Regulations
Thailand’s Tobacco Products Control Act B.E. 2560 (2017) prohibits smoking in all air-conditioned public spaces and within 5 meters of building entrances. All indoor smoking rooms at Thai airports were permanently closed on February 3, 2019. In 2025, the Airports of Thailand (AOT) proposed building new indoor smoking rooms at Suvarnabhumi and built two prototypes, but the National Tobacco Control Committee rejected the proposal.
Fines for smoking in prohibited areas can reach 5,000 baht (approximately $140 USD). The airport has smoke detectors and security cameras throughout the terminal building.
E-cigarettes and vapes are completely illegal in Thailand. Under a 2014 import ban, possession of vaping devices can result in imprisonment of up to 10 years or fines up to 500,000 baht ($14,000 USD). Customs officials at Suvarnabhumi actively confiscate devices on arrival. Do not bring any vaping products, heated tobacco devices, or e-cigarettes to Thailand under any circumstances.
Tips for Smokers at Bangkok Airport
- The satellite terminal (SAT-1) is your best bet for airside smoking. If your flight departs from an S-gate, look for outdoor areas near S110-S122.
- If your flight departs from the main concourse (A, C, D, E, F, G gates), the Miracle Lounge near D5 is the most reliable airside option, though it costs 1,500 baht.
- For landside smoking, the Magic Food Court area at Gate 10 on the 1st floor is the easiest official area to find.
- Cigarettes are available at King Power Duty Free shops in the international departures area. Thai brands are inexpensive by international standards.
- Do NOT bring e-cigarettes, vapes, or heated tobacco devices to Thailand. They are completely illegal and customs officers at BKK actively confiscate them. The penalties are severe.
- The airside smoking situation at BKK is evolving. Areas mentioned in traveler reports may open or close without notice. When in doubt, ask airport staff at your concourse for the nearest smoking option.
- Allow extra time if you need to use landside smoking areas, as you will need to exit and re-clear security.
If using Bangkok’s other airport, Don Mueang (DMK), check our separate guide for its smoking area locations. Travelers connecting from BKK to Singapore Changi Airport or Kuala Lumpur International Airport will find smoking areas available in the transit zones at both destinations.