If you’re wondering where you can take a smoke break during your journey from Hurghada International Airport (HRG), you’ve come to the right place. The guide below provides a complete resource covering all smoking cabins on both the arrival and departure sides, their opening hours and Priority Pass Pearl Lounge benefits. You can also view a map of the smoking cabins. If you want to see exactly where the gates are, go to the airport map page.
Arrival Terminal (Arrival) – Smoking Points
Terminal 1
- Location: When you pass through passport control and go down to the baggage carousels, go down the stairs and turn right and you will find the first cigarette booth. If you want to take a short break until your luggage arrives at the belt, this area in terminal 1 is ideal for you.
Terminal 2
- Location: In the baggage claim hall, just to the left of the passport control counters. Don’t miss this area if you plan to take a short smoke break before duty-free shopping.
Departure Terminal (Departure) – Smoking Points
Terminal 1 (Post Security)
- Corridor Cabins: After X-ray and passport control, there are several small booths along the corridor leading towards the gates. The large smoking lounge on the same corridor has very comfortable seats. If you have been waiting for this moment for a long time, this lounge can be your savior.
Terminal 2 (After Security)
- Main Smoking Area: A spacious smoking area is available behind Gate 15, behind the duty-free shops. It’s close to shopping and dining areas, so choose it if you have plenty of time before your boarding time.
While most of the general cabins are open 24 hours a day, I have witnessed limited service at some locations depending on the intensity of operations. If you are traveling at midnight or early in the morning, Priority Pass Pearl Lounges are the most risk-free option.
Priority Pass Pearl Lounge Privileges
- 24 Hour Access: From overnight flights to layovers, you can reach the smoking cabin at any time.
- Comfort: Air conditioning, comfortable seats, refreshments and free Wi-Fi.
- Easy Transportation:
- Terminal 1: After passport and X-ray, proceed towards Gate 30, enter the lounge and take the elevator/stairs to the upper floor.
- Terminal 2: After the first security check (landside), it is located right next to the check-in desks.
Tip: If you do not have a Priority Pass membership, you can ask about paid access options at check-in.