Jakarta, Indonesia
Smoking policy at Jakarta, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Warnings & Caveats
Vaping (e-cigarettes) is banned throughout Indonesia, including all airport areas. Do not vape inside or outside the terminals. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all public areas outside designated rooms. Fines can apply for violations. The Gate 1 smoking room in T3 International was reported closed in 2023 despite signage still being present. Confirm availability on arrival. The outdoor spot near Gate 5 in T3 International is unofficial and enforcement may vary.
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (CGK) is one of the more smoker-friendly major airports in Southeast Asia. Designated smoking rooms exist in all three terminals after security, and landside options are available at the curb before you check in. The rooms are free to use and air-conditioned, though ventilation quality is described by travelers as moderate rather than excellent.
Before Security
Landside smoking is straightforward at CGK:
Curbside outside any terminal is the simplest option before check-in. Just step outside the terminal doors.
Arrival curbside works the same way for arriving passengers who want a cigarette before heading into Jakarta traffic.
Arriving passengers at Terminal 3 can also find an open-air smoking area right outside the terminal building on the arrivals level.
One traveler reported that after exiting arrivals, crossing the road opposite the terminal exit leads to a small park where many locals and cab drivers smoke. Signposting is minimal, so follow the crowd.
The Shelter Bus area on the 2F public level of Terminal 2 is another landside spot.
After Security
Terminal 3 International Departures has the most options:
Smoking room near Gate 8 (behind the bookshop and fruit juice store)
Smoking room near Gate 2 (right next to the boarding gate)
Smoking room near Gate 1 (note: one 2023 report said Gate 1's room had closed despite signage still being up, so verify on arrival)
One traveler in early 2024 also found an unofficial outdoor smoking spot at the very end outside Gate 5 on the international departure level; airport security was not enforcing the ban there, but treat this as informal and subject to change.
Terminal 3 Domestic Departures has two rooms:
Near Gate 18
Near Gate 12, behind the Subway restaurant
All T3 rooms are described as well air-conditioned but only moderately ventilated, and well hidden near the boarding desks.
Terminal 2 has several options after security:
A smoking room inside a bar along the E gates corridor
A smoking lounge right after the bar, next to Gate E1
The Coffee Bean cafe has a designated smoking area
The Central Corridor Departure area of Terminal 2F also has a designated zone
Terminal 1 has one large smoking room in the main gates area.
Lounges with Smoking Rooms
If you have lounge access, the options are notably more comfortable:
Plaza Premium Lounge has a well-maintained, dedicated smoking room with air purifiers and seating. Accessible with Priority Pass or walk-in payment (check current rates at the lounge desk). Traveler reports describe it as one of the best smoking setups at CGK.
Garuda Indonesia Lounge (Terminal 1) has two smoking rooms inside. Access requires a Garuda business/first class ticket or eligible frequent flyer status.
Several lounges between Terminal 2 gates also include smoking rooms alongside other amenities.
Vaping Rules
Vaping is banned in Indonesia under national regulations. Do not vape anywhere inside or outside the terminal buildings.
Bottom Line
CGK gives smokers real options in every terminal after security, all free to use. If you want the most comfortable experience, pay into the Plaza Premium Lounge for its dedicated smoking room.
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