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Lion Air Online Check-In (2026)

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

Quick Answer

Lion Air online check-in is exclusively available via the BookCabin app and website, opening 12 hours before domestic and 24 hours before international flights. It closes 45 minutes before departure, and mobile boarding passes are accepted.

Check-In Window

Opens
12 hours before departure for domestic flights, 24 hours before departure for international flights
Closes
45 minutes before departure for domestic flights, 45 minutes before departure for international flights

How to Check In Online — Step by Step

  1. 1Download and open the BookCabin app or visit bookcabin.com.
  2. 2Select Lion Air and enter your Booking Reference (PNR) and Last Name.
  3. 3Select the passengers you want to check in.
  4. 4Review your flight details and select seats if available.
  5. 5Confirm your check-in and download your mobile boarding pass.
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Check-In Methods

Online (Website)https://www.bookcabin.com/
Mobile App✓ BookCabin (iOS, Android)
Mobile Boarding Pass✓ Accepted
Airport Kiosk✓ Available at most airports

Documents Required

Booking Reference (PNR), Last Name, valid ID (KTP for domestic), and Passport/Visa for international flights.

Seat Selection at Check-In

Seat selection is available during the online check-in process on the BookCabin app, subject to availability and potential fees.

International Flight Check-In

Passport and visa details must be verified. Passengers must ensure they meet all entry requirements for their destination. Check-in counter closes 45 minutes before departure.

Group & Family Check-In

You can check in multiple passengers on the same booking reference at the same time through the BookCabin app.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. 1'Cannot find booking' - Ensure you are using the BookCabin app and entering the correct 6-character PNR.
  2. 2'Check-in unavailable' - You might be trying outside the 12-hour (domestic) or 24-hour (international) window.
  3. 3'App crashing' - Ensure you have the latest version of the BookCabin app installed.

Pro Tips

1. Lion Air has migrated all its online check-in services exclusively to the BookCabin app and website as of November 2023. 2. The check-in window for domestic flights is unusually short, opening only 12 hours before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check in on the Lion Air website?
Effective November 15, 2023, all check-in features are only available on the BookCabin app and website.
Do I need to print my boarding pass?
No, you can use the electronic boarding pass (e-boarding pass) on your mobile device.
When does online check-in open?
It opens 12 hours before domestic flights and 24 hours before international flights.

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