Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

No, RDU is a smoke-free airport. You can smoke only in the designated areas outside the terminals.

Before security

RDU's FAQ says designated smoking areas are located outside the terminals and are marked on the terminal maps and directories. The airport does not publish the exact positions, so check the directory for the smoking symbol and follow the signs outside the doors.

After security

RDU does not list any smoking area inside the secure zone. To smoke you have to leave the terminal, then clear security again to get back to your gate.

Vaping and heated tobacco

The airport does not publish a separate vaping or heated-tobacco rule. Treat them like smoking and use only the designated outdoor areas.

Connecting flights

If you are only changing planes, there is nowhere to smoke without leaving the secure area. The airport does not say whether you can leave and re-enter, so ask the airline or security staff before you go out.

Tips

RDU has been smoke-free indoors since 1 January 2008, following North Carolina's 2007 law on smoking in public places. Allow extra time if you step outside, because you will pass through security again.