New York, United States
New York, United StatesJohn F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
2.0JFK Airport is a non-smoking facility indoors. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals. There are no smoking facilities after security, and e-cigarettes are also prohibited. Connecting passengers must exit, smoke outside, and clear security again.
Before Security
Smoking is permitted before security checkpoints
After Security
Smoking is not allowed after security checkpoints
Vaping
Vaping and e-cigarettes are prohibited at this airport
Smoking Locations
Outdoor Designated Smoking Areas
HighAll Terminals
Designated smoking areas located outside each terminal building. Passengers must be outside the terminal to smoke. For connecting flights, you must exit through customs/immigration, smoke outside, and re-clear security.
Official Website
www.jfkairport.comLast verified
April 5, 2026
Confidence level
High
Recently verified from official sources
Airport smoking policies can change without notice. Always check locally on arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you smoke at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
JFK Airport is a non-smoking facility indoors. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals. There are no smoking facilities after security, and e-cigarettes are also prohibited. Connecting passengers must exit, smoke outside, and clear security again.
Are there smoking rooms after security at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
After Security: No. There are 1 known smoking location(s).
Can you vape at John F. Kennedy International Airport?
Vaping: Not Allowed.
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