Hello and welcome to planDisney, Kathy. We're so glad you stopped by to share this question with us. It sounds like a magical visit to the Disneyland Resort is in the works and I'm thrilled to help.
Individual Lightning Lanes are a great way to save time and ensure that you get to experience some of the most popular rides at the parks. The purchase of an individual Lightning Lane can be made once your ticket has been scanned and you've entered the park. Unfortunately, you are not able to choose your return time and will be offered the next available return time.
What I like to do is see what time is available when I'm ready to purchase and if I'd like something later in the day, I'll keep a close eye on the
Disneyland app for when the time that works for me opens. You do have to be careful and keep a close watch on the app to make sure that the individual Lightning Lanes don't sell out.
If you will also be summoning the phenomenal cosmic powers of
Disney Genie+ Service, you can hold both a Disney Genie+ Lightning Lane entrance selection in addition to an individual Lightning Lane entrance selection.
I hope this helps as you're getting ready for your visit, Kathy. Please come back to visit us with any other questions you may have. Here's hoping you have your best Disney day at the Happiest Place on Earth!
Michelle