Lion Air Baggage Policy (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Lion Air official website

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Quick Answer

Lion Air allows 1 carry-on bag (7 kg) and 1 personal item for free. All passengers receive 10 kg of free checked baggage, with strict dimension limits of 35 x 35 x 30 cm for standard handling.

Carry-On Baggage

Carry-On Size	40 x 30 x 20 cm, 7 kg max
Personal Item	1 personal item allowed. Must fit under the seat.

Checked Baggage Fees

Item	Fee / Details
Included Bags	Economy: 10 kg free checked baggage on all domestic and international flights (starting July 17, 2025). Business: 30 kg free checked baggage. Propeller aircraft: 0 kg free checked baggage.
1st Checked Bag	From IDR 14,000 to IDR 87,000 domestic prepaid, USD 3 to USD 8 international prepaid
2nd Checked Bag	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	Items exceeding 35 x 35 x 30 cm are charged an extra fee as excess baggage with a minimum payment of 5kg, or recommended for cargo services.
Max Weight	32 kg per bag
Max Dimensions	35 x 35 x 30 cm (items exceeding this are subject to excess baggage fees or cargo shipment)

✓ Free checked bag included in economy class

International Baggage 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.

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.

Tips to Avoid Baggage Fees

1Purchase prepaid baggage up to 6 hours before departure to save 35-40%.
2Ensure checked bags do not exceed 35 x 35 x 30 cm to avoid oversized fees.
3Use Lion Parcel Cargo Services for large items like cardboard boxes or styrofoam.
4Pack within the 10 kg free allowance.

Did You Know?

Lion Air has a very strict checked baggage dimension limit of 35 x 35 x 30 cm; items exceeding this or packed in cardboard/styrofoam/sacks incur excess fees or must be shipped via cargo. Propeller aircraft flights have zero free checked baggage allowance.

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 (starting July 17, 2025). Business: 30 kg free checked baggage. Propeller aircraft: 0 kg free checked baggage.

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).