How to Plan a Trip to Brunei
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Brunei needs.
Your 4-step Brunei plan
Step 1 — Book flights to BWN
Brunei International Airport (BWN) is the main gateway to Brunei. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to BWNStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Kampong Ayer (Water Village) for the best first-time visit — World's largest stilt village on water — 30,000 residents in homes, mosques, schools on the Brunei River.
Where to stay in BruneiStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Brunei.
Things to do in BruneiStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Purple Bus 38 / 57 to centre is BND 1 and takes 20 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
BWN arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Visa-free for US (90 days), UK + EU + AU + NZ + Japan + Korea (30-90 days), ASEAN (14 days). Visa-on-arrival USD 20 for India, China + 50 nationalities (14 days). Sharia law — modest dress, no public alcohol.