Yes, Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) has smoking areas both airside and landside. After security, the Pearl Lounge has an enclosed indoor smoking cabin; before security, smoke in the outdoor areas outside the terminal.

Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport Smoking Policy

Harare’s Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport is Zimbabwe’s main international gateway, with a new international terminal opened on 14 July 2023. Airside, after security and passport control, the Pearl Lounge (international terminal, Level 0, near Gate 5) operates an enclosed indoor smoking cabin — access is through Priority Pass or a pay-in lounge fee. Landside, before security, smoke in the outdoor areas outside the terminal building, away from the entrances. The general terminal concourse remains smoke-free.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE)?

Yes. The airside Pearl Lounge in the international terminal has an enclosed indoor smoking cabin after security. Landside, smoke in the outdoor areas outside the terminal.

Where are the smoking areas at Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe Airport?

Airside, after security: an enclosed smoking cabin inside the Pearl Lounge in the international terminal (Level 0, near Gate 5). Landside, before security: outdoor areas outside the terminal building, away from the entrances.

Is there a smoking area after security at Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE)?

Yes. The Pearl Lounge in the international terminal has an enclosed indoor smoking cabin airside (Level 0, near Gate 5). Entry is via Priority Pass or a pay-in lounge fee.

Can I vape at Harare Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE)?

Vaping and e-cigarettes are generally subject to the same rules as smoking. Use the airside Pearl Lounge smoking cabin or the outdoor areas landside.