Lion Air vs Singapore Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of Lion Air and Singapore Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
Indonesia
Singapore| Lion Air | Singapore Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | Singapore |
| Founded | 1999 | 1947 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | Star Alliance |
| Main hubs | Soekarno-Hatta International Airport | Singapore Changi Airport |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 5 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 40 × 30 × 20 cm (16 × 12 × 8 in) | 115 cm (45 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 10 kg (22 lb) | 1 piece · 25 kg (55 lb) |
| Extra bag fee | from 42000 IDR (≈ 2.4 USD) | from 100 USD |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 2 h | 1 h 30 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | (+6280) 4177 8899 | +65 6223 8888 |
Key differences
- Singapore Airlines includes more checked baggage in the basic Economy fare: 1 piece · 25 kg (55 lb) vs 10 kg (22 lb) at Lion Air.
- Singapore Airlines opens online check-in earlier (2 days before departure vs 24 h).
- Singapore Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h 30 min vs 2 h).
- Lion Air is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Singapore Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
- Singapore Airlines is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.