Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb (ZAG)

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) maintains a policy that allows smoking in specifically designated areas, both before and after security checkpoints, in compliance with Croatian law regarding smoking in enclosed public spaces. While the airport officially operates as a smoke-free facility indoors, it provides several dedicated smoking cabins and outdoor zones to accommodate travelers who smoke. This approach ensures that passengers have options without violating local regulations or inconveniencing non-smokers. Before passing through security, passengers can find designated smoking areas located outside the main terminal buildings. These outdoor zones offer a convenient spot for a final cigarette before entering the secure departure areas. It's important for travelers to utilize only these marked areas to avoid any penalties. After security, the policy becomes more nuanced, with specific locations catering to both Schengen and non-Schengen international flights, as well as domestic departures. For those traveling on Schengen flights, an outdoor smoking area is available between gates 10 and 11. Additionally, an indoor smoking cabin has been established opposite gates 23 and 24, conveniently located behind Café Nero or to the right of the main Duty-Free-Shop exit. For international (non-Schengen) flights, an indoor smoking cabin, sometimes referred to as an IQOS cabin, is situated near Gate 26, after the duty-free area. Passengers departing on domestic flights also have an option: an outdoor smoking area located downstairs near Gate 11 in the Domestic Terminal. The official airport statement confirms that these smoking cabins are generally found on the 2nd floor of both International and Domestic Departures. Recent updates indicate a continuous effort to provide and clarify these facilities. For instance, a May 2025 update from a traveler confirmed the Schengen-flight specific locations, while earlier updates from 2022 and 2019 highlighted the establishment and functionality of the smoking areas near Gate 26 and Gate 11 (Domestic). These updates suggest that the airport is responsive to traveler needs and maintains its designated smoking facilities. It is crucial for connecting passengers to note that smoking is strictly prohibited during the connection process itself, except within these dedicated smoking cabins. Vaping and the use of electronic cigarettes are explicitly not permitted anywhere within the airport premises, so travelers should refrain from using them indoors or outdoors within the airport boundaries. Always check with your airline regarding carrying electronic cigarettes in hand luggage.