No, you cannot smoke inside Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). There is no smoking anywhere inside the terminals or after security — smoking and vaping are allowed only outdoors at designated curbside areas.
DFW is one of the world’s busiest airports, with five terminals (A, B, C, D, and E) connected by the Skylink train.
Where to Smoke
Smoking is permitted only at designated outdoor areas located landside at each terminal’s curbside, at least 25 feet from building entrances. These areas sit before security on the departures and arrivals curbs.
Reported smoking spots are near gates A24, B12, C20, D17, and E31, though DFW does not publish an official smoking-area map, so treat these as reported rather than confirmed.
To smoke, you must exit security and re-clear TSA to return to your gate. Budget 30–60 minutes for the round trip, especially during peak travel times.
Vaping & Cannabis
E-cigarettes and vapes are treated the same as cigarettes — banned inside the terminals and airside, and allowed only in the outdoor curbside areas.
Cannabis is illegal in Texas and prohibited airport-wide, both indoors and at the outdoor smoking areas.
Summary
| Area | Smoking | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor terminals | No | No smoking inside any of the five terminals (A–E) |
| After security / airside | No | No smoking lounges or areas past security; exit and re-clear TSA |
| Outdoor curbside | Yes | Designated areas at each terminal, at least 25 ft from doors |
For US airport smoking rules and state-by-state vaping law, see our USA airport guide.