Buy Extra Baggage
Updated Jul 4, 2026
Steps
- Visit the Manage My Booking page on the Royal Brunei Airlines website.
- Enter your booking reference number (PNR) and last name to retrieve your reservation.
- Navigate to the flight extras or extra baggage section.
- Select the desired extra baggage weight bundle (5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, 25kg, 30kg, or 35kg).
- Complete the payment to confirm the pre-purchased extra baggage allowance.
Prices
Pre-purchased extra baggage allowance
Weight-based bundles available for pre-purchase online up to 4 hours before departure. Prices are per direction from Brunei (vice versa) in USD. Each weight tier per route group is listed below.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
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| Kota Kinabalu / Kuching / Balikpapan | USD 30–190 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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| Singapore / Kuala Lumpur / Manila / Jakarta / Surabaya | USD 35–225 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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| Ho Chi Minh City / Bangkok | USD 70–445 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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| Hong Kong / Taiwan / Beijing / Nanning / Hangzhou / Seoul / Tokyo / Chennai | USD 105–670 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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| Dubai / Jeddah / Melbourne | USD 135–855 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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| London | USD 165–1,045 (5kg–35kg per bundle) |
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Excess baggage at airport
If baggage exceeds the allotted allowance during check-in, excess baggage rates apply per kilogram. Rates are per direction from Brunei (vice versa) in USD.
| Label | Amount |
|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu / Kuching / Balikpapan | USD 9/kg |
| Singapore / Kuala Lumpur / Manila / Jakarta / Surabaya | USD 11/kg |
| Ho Chi Minh City / Bangkok | USD 20/kg |
| Hong Kong / Taiwan / Beijing / Nanning / Hangzhou / Seoul / Tokyo / Chennai | USD 31/kg |
| Dubai / Jeddah / Melbourne | USD 39/kg |
| London | USD 46/kg |
Sports equipment and special baggage
Sports equipment is included as part of the free baggage allowance for tickets purchased on or after 1 November 2019. Royal Skies members get an additional 12kg sporting equipment waiver on BI-operated flights.
- Sports equipmentSee official pricing
- Eligible items: golf equipment, bicycle, diving equipment, cricket equipment, surfboard, ski equipment, bowling balls, fishing equipment, hockey equipment.
- Maximum total dimensions: 255 cm (100 inches).
- A single piece of baggage must not exceed 32kg.
- Sailboards (windsurfing) cannot be accepted as checked baggage and must be shipped as manifested cargo.
Airport vs online pricing
Pre-purchasing extra baggage online offers significantly lower rates compared to paying excess baggage charges at the airport. For example, a 20kg bundle to London costs USD 610 online but USD 920 (20 × USD 46) at the airport.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
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| Online pre-purchase up to 4h before departure | See official pricing |
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| At airport excess baggage (per kg) | USD 9–46/kg |
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FAQ
Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?
Yes, you can pre-purchase extra baggage allowance online through Manage My Booking up to 4 hours before departure, or at any Royal Brunei ticketing offices.
Where do I buy extra baggage?
Extra baggage can be purchased through Manage My Booking on the Royal Brunei website, during the initial booking process on flyroyalbrunei.com, or at any Royal Brunei Airlines ticketing office.
When is the deadline to buy extra baggage online?
Pre-purchased extra baggage allowance is available online up to 4 hours before scheduled flight departure. Alternatively, you can purchase at any Royal Brunei ticketing office up to 4 hours before departure.
How does Royal Brunei calculate extra baggage charges?
Extra baggage is charged by weight in bundles of 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg, 25kg, 30kg, or 35kg. Prices vary by route and are published in USD. The maximum total baggage weight per traveler is 65kg, inclusive of the free baggage allowance.
Is it cheaper to buy extra baggage online in advance vs at the airport?
Yes, pre-purchasing extra baggage allowance online is significantly cheaper than paying excess baggage at the airport. For example, a 20kg bundle to London costs USD 610 when pre-purchased online, compared to USD 920 (20 × USD 46/kg) at the airport — a saving of about 34%. Savings vary by route but online rates are typically 30–65% below airport per-kg rates.
Can I get a refund or transfer extra baggage if I cancel or change my booking?
If you change your flight date, contact your nearest Royal Brunei office to transfer the pre-purchased extra baggage to the new date. If you cancel your entire booking and request a refund, the pre-purchased extra baggage allowance will be refunded together with the ticket. Refund of pre-purchased extra baggage allowance only is not allowed.
How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?
Royal Brunei uses a weight-based system rather than a per-piece system. The maximum total checked baggage weight per traveler is 65kg including your free allowance. A single piece of baggage must not exceed 32kg due to health and safety regulations.
What are the overweight or oversized baggage rules?
If your baggage exceeds the allotted allowance during check-in, excess baggage rates apply per kilogram (USD 9 to USD 46 per kg depending on route). A single piece must not exceed 32kg. Oversized items such as sports equipment are included in your free baggage allowance when properly packed, with a maximum total dimension of 255 cm.
Do partner-operated or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?
Pre-purchased extra baggage allowance is available on all Royal Brunei operated flights. For codeshare or interline flights, please contact your local Royal Brunei office for assistance.
Are there any important exceptions or restrictions I should know?
Students travelling to their destination country of study receive an additional 15kg baggage allowance with valid student documents. If travelling with family or friends on the same booking, you can pool total weight allowance. Infants are entitled to 10kg baggage allowance.