Smoking on an aircraft is a criminal offence under Indian law. No cigarettes, no e-cigarettes, no vapes, no heating devices. Zero tolerance.
The Law
- ⚖️ Section 25 of Aircraft Rules: Smoking on board is illegal
- 💰 Fine: Up to ₹1,00,000 (₹1 lakh)
- 🔒 Imprisonment: Up to 2 years in some cases
- 🚫 No-fly list: Airlines can ban repeat offenders for up to 2 years
What's Included
- 🚬 Regular cigarettes: Obviously banned
- 💨 E-cigarettes & vapes: Banned in India entirely — carrying them is illegal
- 🔥 Heated tobacco: Also prohibited
- 🚽 Bathroom? Smoke detectors in lavatories. They WILL catch you. Don't try
At the Airport
- ✅ Smoking zones exist outside terminals at most airports
- ❌ Inside terminal: No smoking anywhere
- 💡 Nicotine patches/gum: Allowed on board — plan ahead for cravings