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Indonesia · JT / LNI

Lion Air Online Check-in Guide

Indonesia's largest low-cost airline. Online check-in opens 24 hours before on lionair.co.id or in the Lion Air app.

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When does Lion Air check-in open and close?

Online check-in opens
24h before departure
Online check-in closes
60 min before
Boarding closes
15 min before
Mobile boarding pass
Yes
Self bag-drop
At selected airports

How to check in online with Lion Air

  1. Have your booking reference and ID ready

    You'll need a 6-character booking reference (PNR) and a valid travel document (passport or EU/EEA national ID).

  2. Open the official check-in page

    Use the button at the top of this page or visit lionair.co.id directly. Avoid third-party "check-in" sites.

  3. Enter passenger details

    Add passport / ID number, expiry date, and country of issue if travelling internationally. This step is mandatory and blocks check-in if skipped.

  4. Choose seats and add extras

    Random seats are free in the 24-hour window; named seats and priority boarding cost extra. Skip if you don't need them.

  5. Save the boarding pass

    Add to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. The Lion Air app stores it offline once downloaded.

Mobile vs desktop check-in

FeatureMobile (app)Desktop (web)
Boarding pass in WalletYes (recommended)Email link only
Passport scanYes (camera)Manual entry
Push gate updatesYesNo
Print boarding passVia email linkYes
Best forDay-of-travel useTroubleshooting, family bookings

Lion Air baggage at a glance

TypeDimensionsWeightIncluded?
Personal item 30×20×40 cm 5 kg Yes
Carry-on 56×36×23 cm 7 kg Yes
Checked — 20 kg From €12

Common Lion Air check-in problems

Operations frequently delayed

Problem: Lion Air has historically had reliability concerns, with delays and cancellations more common than premium airlines.

Solution: Travel insurance recommended. Pad connections with 2+ hour buffer. Consider Garuda Indonesia for time-critical travel.

Lion Air check-in FAQ

Is Lion Air safe?

Lion Air is fully certified by Indonesian DGCA. Has had safety incidents historically (2018 737 MAX 8 crash). Modern fleet now refurbished.

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