Yes, you can smoke at Bangor International Airport (BGR) in the designated outdoor areas outside the terminal, positioned at least 20 feet from the building entrances. The terminal interior is smoke-free.
Outside the Terminal
Designated smoking areas are located outdoors along the terminal frontage. Maine’s smoke-free law keeps them set back at least 20 feet from the doors, so walk clear of the entrances and look for the marked curbside spots. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted anywhere inside the terminal building.
International Transit Lounge Exception
Bangor is a well-known technical-stop and diversion airport for transatlantic flights, and it operates a glass-enclosed smoking lounge inside the secure International Transit Lounge. This is reserved for passengers on international technical stops who remain airside during a refueling or crew stop. Regular departing and arriving travelers cannot use it and should plan on the outdoor areas instead.
After Security
For everyday passengers, the smoking areas are landside. If you have already cleared the checkpoint, you will need to exit, smoke outside, and re-clear TSA security before your flight. Allow extra time so a smoke break does not threaten your boarding.
For USA airport smoking rules, state vape rules, lighter rules at TSA, and other federal/state info, see our USA smoking guide.
Summary
| Area | Smoking | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Inside terminal | No | Smoke-free, including e-cigarettes |
| Outdoor areas at the curb | Yes | At least 20 ft from entrances |
| International Transit Lounge | Yes | Secure lounge — technical-stop passengers only |
| After security | No | Exit, smoke, then re-clear TSA |