If you’re departing from Manchester Airport and considering having a quick smoke or vape before boarding your flight, we’ve got all the information on where you can go to relax and take that last puff before take-off. Whether you’re looking for designated smoking areas or places where vaping is permitted, here’s a guide to help you find the right spot within the airport so you can enjoy one last break before your journey begins.
Find out where you can smoke at Manchester Airport
Smoking is strictly prohibited on all UK flights. UK airlines have a blanket ban on smoking on board, meaning the ‘no smoking’ signs will stay illuminated throughout the entire flight. Therefore, if you’re a smoker, it’s essential to use designated smoking areas either before or after passing through airport security.
Manchester Terminal 1:
- Smoking after security: If you want to smoke after passing through security in Terminal 1, you’re in luck. There is an outdoor smoking area conveniently located near the food court, allowing you to have a smoke before your flight.
- E-cigarettes: Electronic cigarettes are not permitted for use anywhere inside the terminal building, including Terminal 1.
Manchester Terminal 2:
- Smoking after security: For passengers in Terminal 2, there is an outdoor smoking area available after security, located near Gate 300. You can use this area to smoke before boarding your flight.
- E-cigarettes: Like in Terminal 1, e-cigarettes cannot be used anywhere within the terminal building.
Manchester Terminal 3:
- Smoking after security: Unfortunately, Terminal 3 does not have an airside smoking area. Smokers will need to use the designated smoking area located outside the terminal before passing through security.
- E-cigarettes: As with other terminals, the use of e-cigarettes is prohibited inside the building.
E-cigarettes
As e-cigarettes have become a popular alternative to traditional tobacco, travellers using these devices need to be mindful of the rules when flying.
- Using e-cigarettes: It is important to note that you cannot use your e-cigarette anywhere on the plane. This restriction is strictly enforced on all UK airlines.
- Packing e-cigarettes: When packing your e-cigarette, it must be placed in your hand luggage. Due to the lithium batteries commonly found in e-cigarettes, these devices are not allowed in checked luggage for safety reasons.
- Charging e-cigarettes: You cannot charge your e-cigarette while on the plane, as this is also restricted.
- Carrying spare batteries: You can carry a maximum of two spare lithium batteries for your e-cigarette, but they must be individually protected to prevent short circuits.
By following these rules, you can ensure a smooth journey while complying with UK airport and airline regulations regarding smoking and e-cigarette use.
For the full guide to taking e-cigarettes on a plane, follow this link.