Smoking at Saint Petersburg Pulkovo Airport – LED – 2026

Q: "Can I smoke inside Pulkovo Airport?"

"Yes. Pulkovo has indoor smoking facilities on the third floor behind BUD Burger restaurant and a smoking cabin on the first floor."

Q: "Where are the smoking areas at Saint Petersburg Airport?"

"Indoor smoking zones are on the third floor near BUD Burger and on the first floor in a designated cabin. Outdoor smoking is permitted 15 meters from terminal entrances near the transport stop."

Q: "Is there outdoor smoking at Pulkovo?"

"Yes. A designated outdoor smoking area is located on the ground floor, 15 meters away from terminal doors near the transport/bus stop. Look for the signage directing you there."

Q: "How do I find the smoking area at LED?"

"Signs throughout the terminal direct you to smoking areas. For indoor smoking, head to the third floor and look for the BUD Burger restaurant - the smoking zone is behind it."

Saint Petersburg Pulkovo Airport (LED) is Russia’s second-busiest airport and the main gateway to Russia’s cultural capital. While the terminal is smoke-free, Pulkovo offers both indoor smoking cabins and outdoor areas for smokers.

Indoor Smoking Areas

Unlike many airports that have gone completely smoke-free indoors, Pulkovo has maintained a couple of indoor options:

Third Floor - Smoking zone behind the BUD Burger restaurant in the domestic flights area
First Floor - A smoking cabin is available inside the terminal

These indoor smoking areas make Pulkovo more accommodating than many European airports that have eliminated all indoor smoking facilities.

Outdoor Smoking Areas

The main outdoor smoking area is located 15 meters from the terminal doors on the ground floor. Look for the signs pointing to the designated smoking spot near the transport stop. This area is convenient if you’re arriving or departing and want a smoke near the entrance.

Airport Overview

Pulkovo served nearly 21 million passengers in 2024, making it one of Europe’s 30 busiest airports. The airport is located 23 kilometers south of Saint Petersburg’s city center and features a modern single-terminal design completed in 2014.

Tips for Smokers at LED

The third floor smoking zone near BUD Burger is your best indoor option
A smoking cabin on the first floor offers another indoor alternative
Outdoor smoking is available 15 meters from entrances
The airport uses clear signage to direct you to smoking areas
Indoor areas save you from Saint Petersburg’s cold winters

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Pulkovo Airport?

Yes. Pulkovo has indoor smoking facilities on the third floor behind BUD Burger restaurant and a smoking cabin on the first floor.

Where are the smoking areas at Saint Petersburg Airport?

Indoor smoking zones are on the third floor near BUD Burger and on the first floor in a designated cabin. Outdoor smoking is permitted 15 meters from terminal entrances near the transport stop.

Is there outdoor smoking at Pulkovo?

Yes. A designated outdoor smoking area is located on the ground floor, 15 meters away from terminal doors near the transport/bus stop. Look for the signage directing you there.

How do I find the smoking area at LED?

Signs throughout the terminal direct you to smoking areas. For indoor smoking, head to the third floor and look for the BUD Burger restaurant - the smoking zone is behind it.

Last updated: January 12, 2026