Duty-Free Shop 2 sits airside in T2 and never closes
This is the 24/7 duty-free in Terminal T2, post-security at Zvartnots, so you can run through even on a 03:00 departure. It sits in the main international departures area after passport control, so you’re already cleared and just a few minutes from most gates.
Prices sit at the $$$ level, so assume you’re paying a premium over Yerevan city shops, but still often less than in-flight sales. Think higher tags on cosmetics and fragrance, with better value on liquor and local spirits. The 4.5 rating tracks most reviews: tidy shelves, decent stock turnover, and staff who actually know their inventory.
Selection covers the usual duty-free mix: spirits, cigarettes, perfume, skincare, confectionery, and some last-minute gifts at T2 international standards. Armenian brandy and wines tend to be the sweet spot here, especially compared with buying them in Schengen hubs later. If you care about boxes staying intact, buy liquor here in T2 rather than risk a rushed transfer purchase.
Because it’s post-security and open 24/7, Duty-Free Shop 2 works well for late-night and pre-dawn flights that hit EVN’s T2 peak bank. Lines stay short outside those waves, so a quick in-and-out can take under 10 minutes. During heavier departures, budget closer to 20 minutes if you’re testing fragrances or grabbing multiple bottles.
There’s no seating in the shop itself, just standard aisles and counters, so do your browsing here and then head back to your gate area to sit. Receipts from Duty-Free Shop 2 in T2 usually show liquor allowances clearly, which can help if you’re connecting onward through stricter airports.
Tip: If your boarding pass shows a bus gate in T2, finish at Duty-Free Shop 2 at least 25 minutes before departure; bus boarding often starts earlier than you expect.