Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) maintains a comprehensive smoking policy that allows passengers to smoke in designated areas both before and after security, reflecting its status as a major international hub. While smoking is generally prohibited throughout the main terminal buildings, the airport provides numerous dedicated facilities to accommodate smokers. This policy ensures a balance between the comfort of all travelers and the needs of those who smoke. Before passing through security, passengers can find designated smoking areas located outside the terminals. These outdoor zones are easily accessible to the public and provide a convenient option for a smoke before entering the secure areas of the airport. For those departing from Terminal 1, specifically from the C Gates, there is also a Camel smoking booth situated right before the security checkpoint, near gates C13-C14, offering a last chance to smoke indoors before proceeding to your flight. After clearing security, Frankfurt Airport offers a variety of smoking lounges, rooms, and even an outdoor terrace across both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. In Terminal 1, Concourse A, travelers can find smoking areas near Gate A23 and a Camel lounge near Gate A11, though it's important to note that older smoking rooms near A52 and between A66 and A68 have been reported as closed as of recent updates (2026). Concourse B in Terminal 1 features a Camel Smoking Lounge near Gate B13 on Level 3 (Schengen Area). A particularly pleasant option in Terminal 1, B Gates area, is an outdoor smoking terrace located a few meters from the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge, offering fresh air and views of the airfield. For passengers in Terminal 1, Concourse Z, several smoking rooms and lounges are available, including confirmed locations near Gate Z11, opposite Gate Z68, near Gate Z25, and in front of Gate Z52. Terminal 2 also provides ample smoking facilities post-security. In Concourse D, passengers will find smoking cabins on Level 2 near Gate D27 and another on Level 3. Similarly, Concourse E offers smoking areas near Gate E5 and smoking cabins on Level 2 near Gates E21 and E22. These facilities are typically well-ventilated and clearly marked, often branded as "Camel Smoking Lounges" or "Smoking Cabins." Travelers should always look for clear signage within the terminals to locate the nearest designated smoking facility. While the airport strives to provide up-to-date information, it's always advisable to check the latest airport maps or information screens upon arrival, as specific locations can occasionally change. There are no explicit warnings about fines or penalties mentioned for smoking outside designated areas, but it is generally understood that smoking in non-designated areas within German airports is prohibited and could lead to penalties. Vaping policies are not explicitly stated, so it is safest to assume that vaping is permitted only where traditional smoking is allowed.