Smoking area Atlanta Airport

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Smoking Rules: Smoking is prohibited indoors at ATL, including terminals, concourses, and lounges, per Atlanta’s smoke-free ordinance. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and cigars. Violators face fines up to $200. Smoking is only allowed in designated outdoor zones outside the Domestic and International Terminals, at least 25 feet from entrances. Cannabis use (smoking, vaping, edibles) is illegal on airport grounds due to federal law, with penalties for possession.
Designated Smoking Areas:
  • Domestic Terminal:
    • Locations: North Lower Level (near Doors LN1, LN2, N3-N4); South Lower Level (near Doors LS1, LS2, S1-S2, S4-S5, S6).
    • Facilities: Ashtrays provided; no benches or shelter; open-air.
    • Access: Outside security. Re-clearing security takes 15-30 min (30-45 min peak).
  • International Terminal:
    • Locations: Departures (Doors D1, D3); Arrivals (Doors A1, A3).
    • Facilities: Ashtrays; no benches or shelter; open-air.
    • Access: Outside security. Re-entry takes 15-30 min (up to 45 min peak).
Access Notes: All smoking areas are landside, requiring security re-entry. Use the Plane Train for airside concourse access, but exit security to smoke. TSA PreCheck or CLEAR can speed up re-entry.