Smoking Areas Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU)

Raleigh–Durham International Airport (RDU) has strict no-smoking rules inside the terminal. Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas before entering the terminal. This policy ensures a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for all travelers.

PointDetailsNotes
Indoor SmokingNot allowedAll terminal areas are smoke-free
Outdoor Smoking AreasAvailable near entrancesPre-security only
Post-Security SmokingNot allowedNo smoking beyond security checkpoint
Vaping / E-CigarettesAllowed only outdoorsSame areas as cigarettes
Smoking LoungesNoneOnly outdoor designated spots
LocationOutside main terminal entrancesClearly marked with signs

Exact Smoking Area Locations

AreaLocationType of Smoking Allowed
Main Terminal EntranceOutside front doors of terminalsCigarettes & e-cigarettes
Parking Lot EntrancesNear shuttle pick-up zonesCigarettes & e-cigarettes
Ground Transportation AreaDesignated outdoor spacesCigarettes & e-cigarettes