Brunei International Airport

WBSB / BWN

Bandar Seri Begawan, BN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 11:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 18 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 24°C
5 kt
340°
10+ km
Visibility
28,000 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1008 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WBSB 041100Z 34005KT 9999 FEW015 FEW016CB BKN280 28/24 Q1008 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 73 ft
FEW 1,500 ft AGL
FEW 1,600 ft AGL (CB)
BKN 28,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,573 ft AMSL
🌤️
FEW (CB)
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
1,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,673 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
28,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
28,073 ft AMSL
QNH
1008 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1006 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (73 ft)
Pressure Alt
231 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,809 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF WBSB 040500Z 0406/0512 35008KT 9999 SCT015 FEW016CB BECMG 0411/0413 03003KT SCT014 BECMG 0419/0421 21003KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:17Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 350° 8 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
19:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 210° 3 kt

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BSB
03 ✈️
21

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 03/21
Active: 03
12,000 ft 150 ft ASP 31°
3.2 kt 3.8 kt
50° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WBSB

8,160 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
90.9%
MVFR
7%
IFR
1.6%
LIFR
0.5%

Brunei International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 90.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 4.5 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 27°C (range: 22°C to 34°C). The best months for VFR flying are March, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: S (180°)
Average Speed: 4.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 17 kt
Calm Winds: 0.2%
Direction Distribution:
N
14%
NE
6.5%
E
5.6%
SE
8.3%
S
26.1%
SW
17.1%
W
10.4%
NW
11.8%

Temperature Range

Average: 27°C
Range: 22°C to 34°C
22°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 03/21
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.6 kt

Statistics computed from 8,160 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Brunei International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WBSB
IATA Code: BWN
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 73 ft MSL

Location

City: Bandar Seri Begawan
Country: BN
Latitude: 4.944200°
Longitude: 114.928001°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 03/21
Length: 12,000 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Brunei International Airport

Overview

Brunei International Airport serves as the primary aviation gateway for Brunei, located near the capital city of Bandar Seri Begawan. Situated at an elevation of 73 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical international and domestic air transportation infrastructure for the Southeast Asian nation. Its single runway (03/21) measures an extensive 12,000 feet with an asphalt surface, capable of supporting large aircraft operations.

Flying Conditions

Positioned near the equator at coordinates 4.944200, 114.928001, the airport experiences consistent tropical maritime weather conditions with high humidity and minimal seasonal temperature variation. Pilots should anticipate potential thunderstorm development typical of equatorial regions, which can impact visibility and wind conditions. The substantial runway length provides operational flexibility during varied meteorological circumstances.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic location places it in a region characterized by flat terrain and proximity to coastal environments. Its 12,000-foot runway enables operations for wide-body international aircraft and supports complex air traffic movements. The airport's infrastructure represents a significant transportation asset for Brunei's national and regional connectivity.

Approach Considerations

Runway 03/21's extended length offers pilots multiple approach options with substantial margin for safe landing and takeoff procedures. The airport's equatorial positioning suggests potential for variable wind conditions, necessitating careful pre-flight wind assessment. Pilots should review current meteorological reports to understand specific approach considerations for this location.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.