Fragrance and confection items are actually duty paid. In other words, all customers can buy these items regardless of their destination. Liquor and tobacco items are limited to international departing passengers only. Local sales tax will be applied to these transactions.

Yes, you can still buy tobacco products in most major US airports, but the availability and location of these products have changed significantly in recent years. In the "Domestic" terminals, you will primarily find cigarettes and cigars in newsstands like Hudson News or specialized "Duty-Paid" kiosks. However, the best selection is found in International Terminals within the Duty-Free shops. It is important to remember that as of 2026, the federal minimum age to purchase tobacco in the US is 21. If you are an international traveler, you can purchase "Duty-Free" tobacco at a significant discount, but you must be departing the country to take advantage of these prices. Conversely, arriving international passengers can buy tobacco, but they are subject to strict import limits (usually 200 cigarettes or 100 cigars). Be aware that while you can buy the products, smoking is prohibited inside almost every US airport terminal, with a few notable exceptions like the "Smoking Lounges" in Atlanta (ATL) or Las Vegas (LAS). Most airports now require you to go to designated areas outside the secure "airside" zone to use the products you just purchased.