Carry On

Lion Air hand luggage size (cabin bag)

The Lion Air carry-on size limit is 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm), 15.4 lb (7 kg). Enter your bag below to see if it fits, and by how much.

Carry-on limit
15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in
40 × 30 × 20 cm
Personal item limit
13.8 × 9.8 × 5.9 in*
35 × 25 × 15 cm · guideline, not published
Weight limit
15.4 lb
7 kg
Carry-on on the cheapest fare
Carry-on included on all fares

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Common bag sizes

Measure the outside of the bag, packed, including wheels, handles and pockets.

Enter all three dimensions to see results.

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.

A standard 22 × 14 × 9 in (55.9 × 35.6 × 22.9 cm) bag is larger than the Lion Air carry-on limit.

Frequently asked questions

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).

How strict is Lion Air about carry-on size?

Lion Air uses bag sizers at the gate and enforces the 15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in (40 × 30 × 20 cm) limit. A bag that does not fit the sizer is charged at the gate rate, which is the highest fee.

Do wheels and handles count toward the Lion Air carry-on size?

Yes. Measure the bag at its longest, widest and deepest points, including wheels, handles and any pocket that sticks out.

Is there a weight limit for Lion Air carry-on bags?

Yes. The carry-on weight limit is 15.4 lb (7 kg).

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).

Is a carry-on free on Lion Air?

Yes. One carry-on and one personal item are included on every fare.

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