Brunei International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
BWN
ICAO Code
WBSB
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Brunei International Airport (BWN) serves Bandar Seri Begawan and is a small, single‑terminal airport handling the country’s international and domestic services. Passenger volumes are modest and the facility is compact and easy to navigate.

All passenger processing is concentrated in one terminal building that includes check‑in, arrivals, departures and a small selection of shops and food outlets.

Brunei International Airport
Elevation: 22 m
4.9442, 114.9280

Terminal Guide for Brunei International Airport #

Terminal layout: A single terminal handles both arrivals and departures with landside check‑in counters, immigration and a compact airside departure area with gates and limited retail. The terminal is easy to walk across and distances are short.

Transfers: No inter‑terminal transport is required; ground transport, car hire and taxi ranks are immediately outside the terminal building.

Getting to and From Brunei International Airport #

The airport is about 8-10 km from central Bandar Seri Begawan; taxis and hotel transfers take around 10-20 minutes. Public buses may serve routes near the airport but taxis are the most convenient option for visitors.

  • Taxis / private transfers: Metered taxis and prebooked hotel transfers operate from the terminal.
  • Car hire: Rental cars are available from desk services at the airport.
  • Driving: Short drive to city; traffic is usually light except at peak commuting times.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Brunei International Airport #

Facilities are compact but sufficient for short international flights: cafés, small shops, duty‑free and airline services.

  • Lounges: A small airline/VIP lounge is usually available depending on carrier.
  • Food & drink: A small selection of cafés and snack outlets are available landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi and charging points are provided; terms may be limited.
  • Accessibility: The single‑terminal layout is straightforward for passengers with mobility needs; request airline assistance in advance.

Tips for Brunei International Airport #

  • Taxis into Bandar Seri Begawan are inexpensive and take about 10-15 minutes - agree the fare in advance.
  • The airport is compact; most services are within a short walk of arrivals.

Weather & Climate near Brunei International Airport #

Climate

Brunei International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3812 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryMarchFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (389 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

389 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

230 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (194 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

194 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (264 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

264 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (314 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

314 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (284 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

284 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (284 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

284 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (293 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

293 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (351 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

351 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (388 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

388 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (412 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

412 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (409 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

409 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

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