Explore the latest Lion Air (JT) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Lion Air (JT) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
On November 15, 1999, Lion Air was established and began its first flights on June 30, 2000. The company is headquartered in Lion Air Tower, Jalan KH. Hasyim Ashari, Jakarta, Indonesia. Lion Air's main hubs are Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Makassar, Surabaya. The secondary hubs are Balikpapan, Denpasar/Bali, Manado, Medan, Yogyakarta-International. The airline is also based in Batam, Padang, Palembang, Pekanbaru. Lion Air operates flights to 60 destinations. The company's fleet includes 119 aircrafts.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPG to DJJ | Makassar to Sentani | 3h 30m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to MKQ | Makassar to Merauke | 3h 30m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to TIM | Makassar to Timika | 2h 55m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to BIK | Makassar to Biak | 2h 50m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to SOQ | Makassar to Sorong | 2h 20m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyBoeing 737 MAX 9 | 71-74 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Each Lion Air passenger (except infants) is allowed one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of 7 kg and one personal item such as laptop bags/children's equipment/reading material/camera/camera bags (carry-on bags). The maximum size of a carry-on bag is 40 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm. Two pieces of luggage are allowed: both pieces' total dimensions (length + width + height) must not exceed 273 cm. The weight of each bag may not exceed 23 kg.
Lion Air Baggage rulesInfants are defined as children under two years of age. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane, on the lap of an accompanying adult. If you wish, you can buy a seat for an infant at the infant fare. Children over two years of age must have their seat on the plane. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap. Lion Air requires that passengers carrying infants seven days of age and younger must provide a health certificate confirming that the infant can travel. This certificate must be issued within 72 hours before the time of departure.
Lion Air Infants policyLion Air Registration options: automatic check-in, web check-in, mobile check-in, kiosk (totem) check-in. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure. Boarding closes at the following times: 15 minutes before scheduled departure time for US domestic; 30 minutes before scheduled departure time for most international Lion Air flights to/from the US. Some non-US airports close boarding 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Check for exact details.
Lion Air Check-in rulesPlease check Lion Air frequently Asked Quaestions page
Unaccompanied minors in Lion AirFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Lion Air.
No. Tickets issued from 17 July 2025 include 10 kg domestically and internationally; earlier tickets follow route-specific rules.
Corrections of up to three characters preserving the name and pronunciation are free, at least 24 hours before departure. Airport corrections and passenger substitution are not allowed.
The JT/IW connection table specifies 7 kg, 35 × 30 × 20 cm, and one bag plus one personal item.
No. An infant without a seat has no free checked baggage allowance or separate seat allocation.
The terms list 30 minutes before departure for Indonesian domestic check-in, 45 minutes for international check-in, and 15 minutes for the gate. Arrive earlier.
Buy at least six hours before departure, in 5/10/15/20/25/30 kg options, up to 30 kg per passenger. Excess beyond the included and prepaid allowances remains chargeable.
No. Unused weight is non-refundable. Prepaid baggage cannot be refunded separately; the page states an exception for refunding it together with the ticket.
No. The prepaid baggage page explicitly excludes handling charges for bicycles and surfboards. Check the applicable separate charges.
The official guide directs agency bookings back to the agent. Tickets bought at airline offices, on its website or app can use Manage Booking → Refund Request with booking code, name, flight number and travel date.
No. The airline directs passengers to keep documents, electronics, cash, jewellery and personal medication in cabin baggage, supervise them during the flight and check them before leaving.
Explore the latest Lion Air (JT) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Lion Air (JT) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
On November 15, 1999, Lion Air was established and began its first flights on June 30, 2000. The company is headquartered in Lion Air Tower, Jalan KH. Hasyim Ashari, Jakarta, Indonesia. Lion Air's main hubs are Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta, Makassar, Surabaya. The secondary hubs are Balikpapan, Denpasar/Bali, Manado, Medan, Yogyakarta-International. The airline is also based in Batam, Padang, Palembang, Pekanbaru. Lion Air operates flights to 60 destinations. The company's fleet includes 119 aircrafts.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPG to DJJ | Makassar to Sentani | 3h 30m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to MKQ | Makassar to Merauke | 3h 30m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to TIM | Makassar to Timika | 2h 55m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to BIK | Makassar to Biak | 2h 50m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| UPG to SOQ | Makassar to Sorong | 2h 20m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyBoeing 737 MAX 9 | 71-74 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Each Lion Air passenger (except infants) is allowed one carry-on bag with a maximum weight of 7 kg and one personal item such as laptop bags/children's equipment/reading material/camera/camera bags (carry-on bags). The maximum size of a carry-on bag is 40 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm. Two pieces of luggage are allowed: both pieces' total dimensions (length + width + height) must not exceed 273 cm. The weight of each bag may not exceed 23 kg.
Lion Air Baggage rulesInfants are defined as children under two years of age. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane, on the lap of an accompanying adult. If you wish, you can buy a seat for an infant at the infant fare. Children over two years of age must have their seat on the plane. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap. Lion Air requires that passengers carrying infants seven days of age and younger must provide a health certificate confirming that the infant can travel. This certificate must be issued within 72 hours before the time of departure.
Lion Air Infants policyLion Air Registration options: automatic check-in, web check-in, mobile check-in, kiosk (totem) check-in. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure. Boarding closes at the following times: 15 minutes before scheduled departure time for US domestic; 30 minutes before scheduled departure time for most international Lion Air flights to/from the US. Some non-US airports close boarding 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Check for exact details.
Lion Air Check-in rulesPlease check Lion Air frequently Asked Quaestions page
Unaccompanied minors in Lion AirFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Lion Air.
No. Tickets issued from 17 July 2025 include 10 kg domestically and internationally; earlier tickets follow route-specific rules.
Corrections of up to three characters preserving the name and pronunciation are free, at least 24 hours before departure. Airport corrections and passenger substitution are not allowed.
The JT/IW connection table specifies 7 kg, 35 × 30 × 20 cm, and one bag plus one personal item.
No. An infant without a seat has no free checked baggage allowance or separate seat allocation.
The terms list 30 minutes before departure for Indonesian domestic check-in, 45 minutes for international check-in, and 15 minutes for the gate. Arrive earlier.
Buy at least six hours before departure, in 5/10/15/20/25/30 kg options, up to 30 kg per passenger. Excess beyond the included and prepaid allowances remains chargeable.
No. Unused weight is non-refundable. Prepaid baggage cannot be refunded separately; the page states an exception for refunding it together with the ticket.
No. The prepaid baggage page explicitly excludes handling charges for bicycles and surfboards. Check the applicable separate charges.
The official guide directs agency bookings back to the agent. Tickets bought at airline offices, on its website or app can use Manage Booking → Refund Request with booking code, name, flight number and travel date.
No. The airline directs passengers to keep documents, electronics, cash, jewellery and personal medication in cabin baggage, supervise them during the flight and check them before leaving.