Smoking area Minneapolis–Saint Paul Airport
Indoor Smoking: No indoor smoking is permitted at MSP. Both terminals enforce a strict smoke-free policy under Minnesota law.
Outdoor Smoking Areas:
-
Terminal 1 (Lindbergh):
-
Arrivals: Smoking zone outside Door 4, near baggage claim.
-
Departures: Designated areas outside Doors 1A, 2, and 4B (ticketing).
-
Parking Ramps: Smoking allowed in green, gold, blue, red, pink, and brown ramps, 20+ feet from entrances.
-
-
Terminal 2 (Humphrey):
-
Arrivals: Curbside smoking area.
-
Parking Ramp: Smoking permitted in Orange Ramp, 20+ feet from doors.
-
Security Exit: Smokers must exit security to use outdoor areas. Carry ID and boarding pass for re-entry; allow 20-30 minutes for security.
Amenities:
-
Ashtrays: Available in all designated smoking zones.
-
Benches/Shelters: Terminal 1 has a smoking shelter at Arrivals near Door 4. Terminal 2 offers no specific shelters or benches.
Vaping and Cannabis:
-
Vaping: Permitted only in outdoor smoking areas, banned indoors.
-
Cannabis: Smoking or vaping cannabis is illegal on all airport grounds, with penalties including fines.
-
Schedule 45+ minute layovers to smoke and clear security.
-
Check MSP’s online map to find smoking zones before arrival.
-
Bring a pocket ashtray for areas lacking receptacles to avoid littering fines.