How to find cheap flights to Brunei
Catch a flight to Brunei taking off from Auckland International. This is usually the most budget-friendly place to begin your trip.
Consider touching down at Bandar Seri Begawan to get even more value from your fare.
October generally works out to be the cheapest time to visit Brunei.
The best price for a one-way flight is $814. A return ticket starts from $1,665.
Flexible with your arrival city if it helps you save? Find the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Brunei' in the 'To' field.
If you know where you want to go, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search. This will compare flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could land you big savings.
Skip the hassle of tracking fares yourself by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a notification through the app when prices drop.
Book ahead of time. You're more likely to find a bargain and a better range of flight choices.
The best time to go to Brunei
To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
October is one of the busiest months to fly. High season means more happening, but it's rarely the cheapest time to go.
Travel in December if you'd rather avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of year and also when plane tickets to Brunei are often less expensive.
The weather can change the feel of your trip, so choose your season wisely. Average highs reach 31ºC in May, making it one of the warmest months in Brunei.
February brings cooler conditions, with average lows of 23ºC.
November tends to be the rainiest month, while February is the driest.
When deciding on your dates, also factor in monsoon season and peak flash flooding times. Weather risks can differ by region, so check what applies to the areas you're visiting.
Getting to Brunei
Brunei International Airport (BWN) in Bandar Seri Begawan will be where you land when you book flights to Brunei.
These airlines are the key players touching down at this destination, based on approximate monthly flight figures:
Royal Brunei — 370
AirAsia — 50
Singapore Airlines — 30
Many flights to Brunei pass through major hubs like Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Manila. Any layovers you have will depend on your departure city and airline.
Places to visit in Brunei
Bandar Seri Begawan
With a population of roughly 64,500 and located in Brunei-Muara District, this city tops the list of must-visit places.
Schedule time for well-known stops like Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, Istana Nurul Iman and Royal Regalia Museum, as well as other landmarks.
You'll find some competitive flight deals to Brunei touching down at Brunei International Airport (BWN), Bandar Seri Begawan's main airport.
When it's time to find a place to lay your head, browse the selection of hotels in Bandar Seri Begawan.
Kuala Belait
This city of around 31,000 inches Belait District delivers its own mix of energy, character and culture.
Big-name draws include Masjid Mohammad Jamalul Alam, Luagan Lalak Recreation Park and Lumut Beach.
That same magic that powers our flight search can also help you find the best-value stays around. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Kuala Belait.
Good to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your travel plans and passport, so check before you go. Airlines and official embassy sites will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documents you may need.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are common in cities of every size, from smaller locations to major hubs.
Tipping is optional. There's no expectation to tip in Brunei, but a small amount is always welcome if the service is better than expected.
With moderate Wi-Fi coverage, staying connected is possible in busy areas. Reliability can drop outside them though.
Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital of Brunei, which has a population of roughly 460,000.
You won't need to adjust your watch as you travel through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+8 inches place.
Brunei is part of the South-Eastern Asia subregion of Asia.
National Day, the Royal Brunei Armed Forces Day and His Majesty the Sultan’s Birthday are among the biggest events here. Think about booking your flight to Brunei around moments like these for a trip that feels anything but ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Locked in that cheap ticket to Brunei? Now work out where you're going to stay and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in Brunei and filter your search by price, location and more. Also browse car hire options in Brunei and choose from pickup locations at airports or in cities.
