Smoking at Kulala Lumpur International Airport – KUL – 2026

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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is Malaysia’s main international gateway, consisting of two terminals: KLIA1 and KLIA2 (klia2). Both terminals have designated smoking lounges after security, though you’ll need to know where to find them. This guide covers all smoking areas at KUL airport.

Smoking Lounges at KLIA Terminal 1

KLIA1 has smoking lounges in the Satellite Building, which you reach by taking the aerotrain after the security checkpoint.

Satellite Building (After Aerotrain)

There are two smoking lounges at the Mezzanine Level (Level 2) of the Satellite Building:

  • Near Gate C11 – South Zone, next to China Airlines Dynasty Lounge

  • Near Gate C30 – North Zone, next to Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge

As of August 2025, the smoking room is located behind the small Asian store on the square between Gates P and Q.

Contact Pier (Domestic)

In the domestic area of the Contact Pier, there is a smoking area at Gate B2, located beside the TWG Tea shop.

MAS Golden Lounge

The Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge in the West Zone has a smoking room inside. Lounge access is required.

Smoking Lounges at KLIA Terminal 2 (klia2)

klia2 primarily serves low-cost carriers including AirAsia. Smoking facilities are available in the Satellite Building.

Satellite Building

  • Level 2, Sector 6 – Smoking lounge near Khazanah Home Decor shop and the charging station

The smoking lounges at klia2 are equipped with seating, ashtrays, and proper ventilation systems.

Note: The smoking room that was previously located after Caring Pharmacy at the Main Terminal Building is no longer available.

Premium Plaza Lounge

The Premium Plaza Lounge (next to Starbucks, one level up) has a small smoking area. Access requires lounge membership or pay-at-door.

Outdoor Smoking Areas

Outdoor smoking zones are available at the outer curbside areas on Levels 1, 3, and 5 of KLIA1, and Level 3 of klia2 (right and left section of Sector 2).

Tips for Smokers at KLIA

  • Take the aerotrain first – At KLIA1, smoking lounges are in the Satellite Building, not the main terminal

  • Know your terminal – KLIA1 and klia2 are separate buildings with different facilities

  • Check lounge access – Some smoking areas are inside paid lounges

  • Follow Malaysian law – Smoking outside designated areas can result in fines

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Kuala Lumpur Airport?

Yes, KLIA has designated smoking lounges in both terminals. At KLIA1, smoking lounges are at the Mezzanine Level of the Satellite Building near Gates C11 and C30. At klia2, there is a smoking lounge at Level 2 of the Satellite Building in Sector 6.

Where are the smoking areas after security at KLIA?

After security at KLIA1, take the aerotrain to the Satellite Building. Smoking lounges are on the Mezzanine Level near Gates C11 (South Zone) and C30 (North Zone). At klia2, the smoking lounge is at Level 2 of the Satellite Building near Sector 6.

Is there a smoking area at klia2?

Yes, klia2 has a smoking lounge at Level 2 of the Satellite Building in Sector 6, near the Khazanah Home Decor shop. The Premium Plaza Lounge also has a small smoking area for lounge guests.

Do any lounges at KLIA have smoking areas?

Yes, the MAS Golden Lounge in the West Zone of KLIA1 has a smoking room. The Premium Plaza Lounge at klia2 also has a small smoking area. Lounge access is required for both.

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