Lion Air Baggage Policy (2026)
For tickets issued on or after July 17, 2025, Lion Air Indonesia (JT) provides passengers 10 kg of free checked baggage on domestic and international flights; the 30 kg Business allowance applies to Batik Air Indonesia, not Lion Air. Carry-on: 1 bag (7 kg, 40x30x20 cm) plus 1 personal item. The 35x35x30 cm restriction applies only to cardboard/styrofoam packaging, not normal suitcases.
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| Airline | Lion Air (JT) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 40 x 30 x 20 cm, 7 kg max |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item allowed. Must fit under the seat. |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy: 10 kg free checked baggage on all domestic and international flights (effective July 17, 2025; previously 15-20 kg). Propeller aircraft: 0 kg free checked baggage. Note: This page covers Lion Air Indonesia (JT), not Thai Lion Air (SL). |
| First Bag Fee | From IDR 14,000 to IDR 87,000 domestic prepaid, USD 3 to USD 8 international prepaid |
| Second Bag Fee | Same as first bag fee (charged per kg as prepaid or excess baggage) |
| Overweight Fee | From IDR 18,000 to IDR 114,000 per kg domestic, USD 5 to USD 12 per kg international |
| Oversized Fee | The 35 x 35 x 30 cm restriction applies ONLY to specific packaging types (cardboard boxes, styrofoam, wooden pallets, container boxes, sacks). Normal suitcases and travel bags have no published size cap beyond standard airline limits. Items in restricted packaging that exceed 35x35x30 cm are charged excess baggage (minimum 5 kg) or must be shipped via Lion Parcel cargo. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | No published maximum dimensions for standard suitcases/travel bags. The 35 x 35 x 30 cm limit applies only to cardboard, styrofoam, wooden pallets, container boxes, and sacks (effective Dec 1, 2024). |
| Free Bag in Economy | Yes |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Accepted as checked baggage within permitted allowance. Surfboards and bicycles are not included in prepaid baggage and require separate handling fees (e.g., ~IDR 200,000 per surfboard per flight).
Musical Instruments
Small instruments (guitar, violin, saxophone) allowed as carry-on if within size/weight limits. Bulky/heavy instruments placed under LIMITED RELEASE TAG as checked baggage.
International Rules
International flights also receive 10 kg free checked baggage. Prepaid baggage rates range from USD 3 to USD 8, and excess baggage rates range from USD 5 to USD 12.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Prepaid baggage may be available for purchase as additional baggage allowance; review Lion Air’s booking flow for current availability and terms. 2. Normal suitcases have no size restriction — the 35x35x30 cm rule only applies to cardboard/styrofoam/pallet packaging. 3. Use Lion Parcel Cargo for items in restricted packaging that exceed 35x35x30 cm. 4. Pack within the 10 kg free allowance to avoid excess charges.
Unique Nuances
The 35x35x30 cm rule (effective Dec 1, 2024) restricts PACKAGING TYPE, not suitcase size. It applies only to cardboard boxes, styrofoam, wooden pallets, container boxes, and sacks. Normal travel bags and suitcases are not affected. Propeller aircraft flights have zero free checked baggage. Do not confuse Lion Air Indonesia (JT) with Thai Lion Air (SL) — they have different baggage policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Lion Air charge for checked bags?
- Lion Air charges From IDR 14,000 to IDR 87,000 domestic prepaid, USD 3 to USD 8 international prepaid for the first checked bag and Same as first bag fee (charged per kg as prepaid or excess baggage) for the second bag.
- What is Lion Air's carry-on bag size limit?
- Lion Air carry-on allowance: 40 x 30 x 20 cm, 7 kg max. 1 personal item allowed. Must fit under the seat.
- Does Lion Air include free checked bags in economy?
- Yes, Lion Air includes at least one free checked bag in economy class. Economy: 10 kg free checked baggage on all domestic and international flights (effective July 17, 2025; previously 15-20 kg). Propeller aircraft: 0 kg free checked baggage. Note: This page covers Lion Air Indonesia (JT), not Thai Lion Air (SL).
- What is Lion Air's overweight baggage fee?
- From IDR 18,000 to IDR 114,000 per kg domestic, USD 5 to USD 12 per kg international
- Can I bring sports equipment on Lion Air?
- Accepted as checked baggage within permitted allowance. Surfboards and bicycles are not included in prepaid baggage and require separate handling fees (e.g., ~IDR 200,000 per surfboard per flight).
- What are Lion Air baggage fees?
- Lion Air baggage fees are From IDR 14,000 to IDR 87,000 domestic prepaid, USD 3 to USD 8 international prepaid for the first checked bag and Same as first bag fee (charged per kg as prepaid or excess baggage) for the second. Overweight bags incur an additional fee of From IDR 18,000 to IDR 114,000 per kg domestic, USD 5 to USD 12 per kg international. International flights also receive 10 kg free checked baggage. Prepaid baggage rates range from USD 3 to USD 8, and excess baggage rates range from USD 5 to USD 12.