Smoking at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)

Espace fumeur - Aéroport Marseille-Provence (MRS)

Airport Rating

3

Before Security Smoking

Smoking is only permitted in designated areas outside the terminals.

After Security Smoking

Terminal 1

2026, July update from NCCCK: In terminal 1 the smoking area is at gates 1-18. However, these gates are only accessible for flights to non-EU countries.

2024, July update from Tice: After security, and after passport control towards gate 10 to 18 there is a smoking area.

MRS smoking

Reports suggest that there are 3 smoking area in the airport, one in hall 1 and two in hall 4 .

Terminal 2

No smoking

Further Information

Official Website

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) is the main international gateway to Marseille and the wider Provence–Alpes–Côte d’Azur region, located about 27 km northwest of Marseille in the commune of Marignane. It is one of France’s busiest regional airports, handling over 10.8 million passengers in 2023 and serving a broad mix of full‑service and low‑cost carriers across two terminals. Terminal 1 manages most scheduled and international flights, while Terminal 2 (MP2) focuses on budget airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, and Volotea . The airport recently completed a major expansion of Terminal 1 in June 2024, adding new facilities and renovated halls to support growing traffic . With extensive connections across France, Europe, and North Africa, plus efficient ground transport links—including shuttles to Marseille Saint‑Charles station and regional rail via Vitrolles—MRS plays a vital role in both tourism and commerce for southern France.