Christchurch, New ZealandSmoking policy at Christchurch Airport (CHC)
Warnings & Caveats
Smoking and vaping are banned inside the terminal and the plaza area under the airport's clear air policy. New Zealand's Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Act also prohibits smoking in enclosed public areas, so use only the designated outdoor areas.
Christchurch Airport is smoke-free inside, but it has two designated outdoor areas outside the terminal building where you can smoke or vape.
Before security
The airport's FAQ describes a clear air policy: smoking, vaping and e-cigarette use are not allowed in the terminal or the plaza area. Smoking and vaping are allowed only in two designated spaces, both outside the terminal building. The airport does not state on that page exactly where the two spaces are, so follow the signs outside the doors or check the airport maps on its website.
After security
The airport does not describe any smoking area beyond security. Plan to smoke before you check in or clear security.
Airport transfers for Christchurch Airport
Vaping and heated tobacco
Vaping and e-cigarettes follow the same rule as smoking: not in the terminal or plaza, and only in the designated outdoor spaces.
Connecting flights
The airport does not state whether you can leave the secure area, smoke and come back through security. If you are connecting and need to smoke, ask the airport or your airline before you leave the secure area.
Tips
Keep your boarding time in mind, since going outside and back through security takes time. The airport's maps page and contact line (+64 3 353 7777) are the places to ask about the current location of the two areas.
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