Smoking at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport – PHX – 2026

Q: "Can I smoke inside Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?"

"No, PHX is completely smoke-free indoors under Arizona's Smoke-Free Arizona Act. Smoking, e-cigarettes, and vaping are prohibited in all terminals, gates, and lounges."

Q: "Is there a smoking area after security at Phoenix Airport?"

"No, there are no post-security smoking areas at PHX. All 15 designated smoking zones are on Level 1 (arrivals) outside the terminals. You must exit security and re-screen to smoke."

Q: "Where are the smoking areas at Phoenix Sky Harbor?"

"PHX has 15 outdoor smoking zones on Level 1 of Terminals 3 and 4. Terminal 4 has areas near Doors 1, 2, 6, and 8, plus a spot next to the dog relief area on the north side."

Q: "What is the fine for smoking inside Phoenix Airport?"

"Smoking in prohibited areas at PHX can result in fines of $50-$300 under Arizona state law. Only use the designated outdoor smoking zones on Level 1."

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is Arizona’s largest airport and a major hub for American Airlines. Under Arizona’s Smoke-Free Arizona Act, PHX is completely smoke-free indoors. Smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor zones on Level 1 (arrivals). This guide explains your options.

Smoking Policy at Phoenix Airport

Since May 1, 2007, Phoenix Sky Harbor has been completely smoke-free indoors under Arizona law. This ban applies to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and all tobacco products in Terminals 3 and 4, including concourses, gates, dining areas, restrooms, and all lounges.

Designated Outdoor Smoking Areas

PHX has 15 designated outdoor smoking zones located on Level 1 (arrivals) of Terminals 3 and 4. All smoking areas are at least 20 feet from building entrances.

Terminal 4 (Main Terminal)

Terminal 4 has 11 smoking areas including:

South outer curb – Near Doors 2, 6, and 8
North outer curb – Near Door 1
North side – Next to the dog relief area
Additional spots – East, west, north, and south locations around the terminal

All zones are marked with signage, equipped with ashtrays, and free to use.

Terminal 3

Terminal 3 has designated outdoor smoking areas on Level 1 (arrivals), south side and near entrances.

Important: No Post-Security Smoking

PHX offers no indoor smoking facilities or post-security smoking areas. All lounges, including American Airlines Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, and The Centurion Lounge, are completely smoke-free.

To smoke, you must:

Exit the secure area to the outdoor zones on Level 1
Go through TSA security screening again to re-enter

Re-screening can take 15-30 minutes during peak times.

Tips for Smokers at Phoenix Airport

Smoke before security – No post-security options exist
Use the airport map – The official PHX website (skyharbor.com) has an interactive map showing smoking area locations
Level 1 only – All smoking areas are on the arrivals level, not departures
Stay 20 feet from doors – Arizona law requires distance from entrances
Fines apply – Violations carry fines of $50-$300 under Arizona state law

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I smoke inside Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport?

No, PHX is completely smoke-free indoors under Arizona’s Smoke-Free Arizona Act. Smoking, e-cigarettes, and vaping are prohibited in all terminals, gates, and lounges.

Is there a smoking area after security at Phoenix Airport?

No, there are no post-security smoking areas at PHX. All 15 designated smoking zones are on Level 1 (arrivals) outside the terminals. You must exit security and re-screen to smoke.

Where are the smoking areas at Phoenix Sky Harbor?

PHX has 15 outdoor smoking zones on Level 1 of Terminals 3 and 4. Terminal 4 has areas near Doors 1, 2, 6, and 8, plus a spot next to the dog relief area on the north side.

What is the fine for smoking inside Phoenix Airport?

Smoking in prohibited areas at PHX can result in fines of $50-$300 under Arizona state law. Only use the designated outdoor smoking zones on Level 1.

Last updated: January 16, 2026