Carry On

Lion Air baggage policy and allowance

The full Lion Air baggage allowance on one page. Checked bags can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total and weigh up to 44.1 lb (20 kg). The carry-on limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm) and the personal item limit is 13.8 × 9.8 × 5.9 in (35 × 25 × 15 cm). Checked bag: Not included on the cheapest fare.

Checked bag size
62.2 in*
158 cm · length + width + height
Checked bag weight
44.1 lb*
20 kg · typical limit
Carry-on limit
15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in
15.4 lb
Free checked bags
Not included on the cheapest fare

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Common bag sizes

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Rules to know

  • No official personal item dimensions are published. It must fit under the seat in front of you.
  • Gate staff use a bag sizer and enforce the limit. Bags that do not fit are charged at the gate.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Lion Air checked bag size limit?

Each checked bag can measure up to 62.2 in (158 cm) in total (length + width + height), including wheels and handles.

What is the Lion Air checked bag weight limit?

The standard limit is 44.1 lb (20 kg) per bag in economy. Heavier bags pay an overweight fee, and bags over 32 kg (70 lb) are usually refused.

How many free checked bags does Lion Air include?

None on the cheapest fare. You pay to add a checked bag, and it is cheapest when you add it during booking.

How much are Lion Air baggage fees?

Fees depend on the route, the fare and when you pay. Adding a bag during booking is almost always cheaper than at the airport. The official Lion Air page lists current prices.

What is the Lion Air hand luggage allowance?

Carry-on included on all fares. The cabin bag limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm), 15.4 lb (7 kg), and you can also bring a personal item up to 13.8 × 9.8 × 5.9 in (35 × 25 × 15 cm).

What counts as a personal item on Lion Air?

A purse, laptop bag, small backpack or similar bag that fits under the seat in front of you. No exact size is published, so aim for a bag under 13.8 × 9.8 × 5.9 in (35 × 25 × 15 cm).

Data reviewed September 2026 against the official Lion Air baggage page. Airlines change rules. Confirm on the official page before you fly.Official baggage policy