Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brunei International Airport (BWN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Bandar Seri Begawan is one hour ahead of Bangkok and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from BKK to BWN start at 13:30 — the earliest with Royal Brunei Airlines. The last departure is at 21:00 with Royal Brunei Airlines. In total, there are four weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BKK to BWN flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Bandar Seri Begawan (and then seeing more of Brunei!) is a snap with Royal Brunei Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Royal Brunei Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BKK and BWN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Ninoy Aquino International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brunei International Airport (BWN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport flight is C$201. A return plane ticket right now is C$369. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from BKK to BWN by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BKK to BWN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on time at their destination.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKK. Whether you have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Brunei International Airport (BWN)
If you have a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BWN:
Line up a Brunei International Airport rental car from popular providers like Hertz or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Bandar Seri Begawan and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
For the best deal, book your ride from Brunei International Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Brunei International Airport (BWN) to central Bandar Seri Begawan
From Brunei International Airport, Bandar Seri Begawan is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Brunei International Airport (BWN)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Bandar Seri Begawan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Brunei International Airport for May if you want to explore Bandar Seri Begawan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BKK to BWN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Brunei
Kuala Belait is just one of the many places in Brunei waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bandar Seri Begawan. Around 88 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include The Beach Hut, Istana Manggalela and Kuala Belait Waterfront.
Next stop? Find your way to Bangar. It's roughly 24 kilometres south-east of Bandar Seri Begawan and is home to highlights including Temburong Permata Hijau and Trek Taman Perayaan Bukit Gasing.