Roberta Aguirre
Shanghai has implemented strict anti-smoking regulations, with indoor smoking prohibited in all train stations and airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) has a few designated smoking areas, such as an open-air room near Lounge 68 and gates D67-69, as well as a smoking area near Gate C221. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) also has smoking areas near specific gates. While outdoor smoking is generally allowed in Shanghai, there may be restricted areas. The regulations aim to protect residents and visitors from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Smoking allowed in Shanghai Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) has designated smoking areas. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) has smoking areas near gates. |
| Indoor smoking in Shanghai Airport | Indoor smoking is banned inside airport terminals since 30 October 2016. |
| Smoking areas in Shanghai | Smoking outdoors is allowed in dedicated areas. |
| Smoking rooms in hotels | Smoking is not allowed in hotels. |
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What You'll Learn
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) smoking areas
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) permits smoking only in designated outdoor areas outside the terminals. There are multiple smoking areas in the airport, and they can be found as described below:
Terminal 1 (T1)
- In July 2019, a traveller reported a smoking area in T1 next to Gate D73. To get there, follow the escalator to the second floor and look for signs near the cafe. The smoking area is located behind the Café Deco.
- In January 2020, a traveller reported a similar smoking area location in Terminal S1, near gate numbers 601/602 downstairs (similar to 501/502 in S1).
Terminal 2 (T2)
- In May 2024, a traveller reported a smoking room near gates D67-69. Take the escalator up and walk beside the lounges. The small open-air room has lighters in a security box.
- In April 2023, a traveller reported a smoking area at Gate D69 on the upper floor behind the lounge.
- In May 2021, a traveller reported a smoking area next to Gate C221. To get there, take the escalator down to the ground floor. There is only one sign for the smoking area, and it is an outdoor cage with no seating.
- In July 2019, a traveller reported a smoking area after security at T2.
Other locations
- In August 2019, a traveller reported a smoking area near gates 200-203.
- In May 2024, a traveller reported a well-ventilated smoking room with three seats near Gate 216.
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Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) smoking areas
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) has two terminals: T1 for domestic and international flights, and T2 for domestic flights.
Smoking is only permitted in designated outdoor areas outside the terminals. In April 2025, a user confirmed that there is only one smoking area next to gate T-03 in T1. In March 2024, another user confirmed that there is a smoking area on the 4th floor of Terminal 1 international departure, after security, with lighters installed. The same user also noted smoking areas at gates 41 and 42, and another user reported a smoking area at gate 52.
In March 2018, a user reported smoking areas at gates 23, 28, 29, 47, 19, 57, 49, 50, 72, and 73, as well as near the remote boarding halls.
In addition to the above, there are outdoor smoking areas at the following locations:
- T1: beside Gate No.6 and No.7, outside Departure & Check-in Hall
- T1: outside Boarding Gate T16 & T22, Domestic Departure & Waiting Area
- T2: near remote boarding gates of Departure & Waiting Area
- T2: beside Gate No.50 in the Restricted Area
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Shanghai smoking ban of 2017
Smoking is permitted in certain areas of Shanghai's airports, including Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). However, the availability and location of smoking areas may change over time, so it is advisable to check for the latest updates and follow the airport signage for designated smoking areas.
In March 2017, Shanghai implemented a comprehensive public smoking ban with stringent enforcement. This ban built upon a partial public smoking ban that had been in place since 2010. The 2017 ban prohibited smoking in all indoor public venues, workplaces, and public transportation without any exemptions or designated smoking rooms. This included artistic performance and sports venues, open areas at maternity and infant hospitals, and bus stops. The ban also extended to some outdoor public spaces, such as children's playgrounds, healthcare facilities' open spaces, and bus stops, aligning with Article 8 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.
The Shanghai Municipal People's Congress, the city's legislative body, approved the ban, which aimed to protect people from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke. Individuals caught smoking in prohibited areas were subject to fines ranging from 50 to 200 yuan, while organizations that violated the regulation or failed to stop smoking faced fines of 2,000 to 30,000 yuan.
The comprehensive public smoking ban in Shanghai effectively reduced smoking prevalence in the city. It lowered the number of current smokers by 8.4%, demonstrating the positive impact of stringent enforcement relative to partial smoking bans. Additionally, the ban is expected to result in macroeconomic gains, with a potential increase of 0.04-0.07% in China's gross domestic product between 2017 and 2035.
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Indoor smoking in Shanghai
Shanghai has strict regulations surrounding indoor smoking. In March 2017, a smoking ban was introduced, prohibiting smoking in indoor public places and workplaces. This included all train stations and airports, where indoor smoking rooms were shut down. As of 2024, there are still designated smoking areas in Shanghai's airports, but these are outside of the airport buildings. For example, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) has a smoking area outside of Gate T-03 in Terminal 1, and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) has a smoking area next to Gate D69.
The ban was introduced to protect the health of Shanghai's residents and tourists by preventing exposure to second-hand smoke. This aligns with the World Health Organization's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, ratified by China in 2005, which requires all indoor public places to be 100% smoke-free.
The ban is enforced in hotels, as well. A traveller to Shanghai reported that their booking confirmation at the Novotel Atlantis cited Shanghai's anti-smoking regulations, stating that smoking is not allowed in indoor areas.
Despite these regulations, smoking outdoors on the street is common in Shanghai, and designated outdoor smoking areas can be hard to find.
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Outdoor smoking in Shanghai
Shanghai has introduced stricter regulations for outdoor smoking to address the problem of smokers moving outdoors after the implementation of indoor smoking bans. The city aims to reduce secondhand smoke exposure and promote a smoke-free healthy environment.
In December 2024, nine local government departments jointly issued a notice outlining specific requirements for individuals and venue managers at eight types of outdoor locations, including queuing and waiting areas. This builds on a September regulation that urged smokers to refrain from smoking while walking and to confine smoking to designated areas.
Shanghai has also introduced China's first local standards for the setup and management of outdoor smoking areas, providing professional guidance and technical support for their creation and management. The city has designated 200 outdoor smoking zones for demonstrations in places like commercial complexes, sports centres, parks, public transportation hubs, hotels, and waterfront public areas. The number of these zones is projected to reach 300 by the end of 2024.
By 2030, Shanghai aims to bring the passive smoke exposure rate below 36% for adult non-smokers and below 10% for minors. To help achieve this, the city has compiled the country's first construction standard for designated outdoor smoking sites and introduced standard no-smoking signs and signs for designated smoking sites. Additionally, 37 specialised clinics have been established to help people quit smoking, and smokers are encouraged to join health self-management groups in their communities.
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Frequently asked questions
No, you cannot smoke inside Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). However, there are designated smoking areas outside the building, such as next to Gate D73 and Gate C221.
No, smoking inside Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is prohibited. However, there are smoking areas outside the airport, such as next to Gate T-03 and Gate 41.
No, as of March 2017, there is a strict smoking ban in Shanghai that prohibits smoking in all indoor public places and workplaces.
Yes, while smoking outdoors is generally allowed in Shanghai, there are a few restricted areas.
