Economy Class: One carry-on bag, max 7 kg (15 lbs), dimensions ≤55 x 38 x 20 cm (22 x 15 x 8 in, including handles/wheels/pockets), plus one personal item (e.g., briefcase, camera bag, small backpack). Must fit in overhead bin or under seat.
Business Class: Two carry-on bags, combined max 12 kg (26 lbs), each ≤55 x 38 x 20 cm, plus one personal item. Each bag ≤7 kg individually.
Infants (under 2 years, no seat): One additional carry-on bag (≤5 kg, ≤55 x 38 x 20 cm) for baby items (e.g., diaper bag), plus reasonable baby food/milk/formula. One collapsible stroller or car seat free, subject to space.
Liquids, Aerosols, Gels (LAGs): Containers ≤100 ml (3.4 oz) in a 1-liter transparent, resealable plastic bag (max 20 x 20 cm), presented separately at security. Duty-free liquids in Security Tamper Evident Bag with receipt (valid 48h) allowed.
Notes: Strict checks at Brunei (BWN), Singapore (SIN), and Dubai (DXB). Oversized/overweight bags checked at gate for ~$20–$50 USD. Smaller aircraft (e.g., A320 to regional destinations) have limited overhead space; gate-checking may be required.
Checked Baggage
Max Limits: Each bag ≤32 kg (70 lbs), sum of three dimensions ≤158 cm (62 in). Bags >32 kg or >158 cm sent as cargo.
Weight Concept (All Routes):
Economy Super Saver: 20 kg (44 lbs).
Economy Value/Flex: 30 kg (66 lbs).
Business Class: 40 kg (88 lbs).
Infants: 10 kg (22 lbs), plus one stroller or car seat free, subject to space.
Students: Additional 15 kg with valid student visa/ID or admission letter at check-in.
Royal Skies Silver/Gold: Additional 10 kg; Gold Plus/Platinum: Additional 15 kg.
Royal Brunei Visa Cardholders: Additional allowance on scheduled RB flights, varies by card type; not applicable on codeshare/charter flights.
Pooling: Passengers on the same booking (e.g., family, friends) can combine total weight allowance (e.g., two Economy Value passengers can have one with 10 kg, another with 50 kg, totaling 60 kg).
Notes: No limit on number of bags if within total weight. Codeshare flights (e.g., Malaysia Airlines) follow Most Significant Carrier rules. Transit at Brunei (BWN) not permitted; reclaim and re-check baggage for connections.
Excess Baggage Fees (One-Way)
Weight Concept: ~$9–$46 USD per kg over allowance, route-dependent (e.g., Brunei–Singapore: ~$9 USD/kg; Brunei–London: ~$46 USD/kg).
Prepaid Baggage: Purchase up to 24h before departure ticketing offices (up to 4h before) for up to 20% savings. Non-refundable unless flight canceled.
Notes: Fees vary by route; check via baggage.
Special Baggage
Sports Equipment (e.g., golf bags, bicycles, surfboards, skis): Counts toward free allowance if ≤32 kg, ≤158 cm. Oversized/heavy items incur excess fees (~$9–$46 USD/kg). Golf bags, skis, snowboards, fishing rods, and diving equipment (one set per person) eligible for fee waiver if within allowance. Pre-book >24h via call center.
Musical Instruments: Within carry-on limits (≤7 kg/12 kg, ≤55 x 38 x 20 cm) or checked (≤32 kg, ≤158 cm). Larger instruments require extra seat (same fare, ≤75 kg) or cargo. Pre-book >24h.
Pets: Not allowed as checked baggage; transported via cargo only. Contact local cargo agent for processes and documentation. Assistance dogs permitted in cabin with >48h notice, documentation.
Wheelchairs/Mobility Aids: Free, no weight limit, with >48h notice. Batteries insulated, secured.
Strollers/Car Seats: Free for infants, checked or gate-checked, subject to space.
Medical Equipment (e.g., CPAP, ventilators): Free in cabin (e.g., approved CPAP/PAP devices) with >10 days’ notice and physician’s statement for FAA/DOT compliance. Contact airline for model verification.
Notes: Pre-book special baggage Limited liability for fragile items; insurance recommended.
Carry-On Baggage: Sharp objects (e.g., knives, scissors >6 cm), firearms, stun devices, toy weapons, liquids >100 ml (except LAGs bag), power banks >160 Wh (100–160 Wh with prior approval, max 2 per person; ≤100 Wh, max 4 per person, switched off, in sealed bag). One lighter allowed in transparent bag or on person.
Notes: Medications exempt with prescription; keep in carry-on. Power banks prohibited in checked baggage; specific rules for Dubai (no pagers/walkie-talkies). 15-inch MacBook Pro (Sep 2015–Feb 2017) restricted unless verified safe via Apple’s recall program. Check destination restrictions (e.g., Dubai, China). Remove old baggage tags.
Lost, Damaged, or Delayed Baggage
Reporting: File Property Irregularity Report (PIR) immediately at airport baggage desk or within 7 days (damage/loss) or 21 days (delay).
Liability: Max 1,288 Special Drawing Rights (~$1,800 USD) unless higher value declared. No liability for fragile, valuable, or perishable items.
