Your Melbourne adventure just got even better!
When you book your Economy Class journey from London Heathrow to Melbourne with Royal Brunei Airlines, you can enjoy even more along the way with two special complimentary offers.
Add a Bonus Side Trip to Kota Kinabalu or Kuching in Borneo and discover another incredible destination or relax and refresh with complimentary access to the Sky Lounge at Brunei International Airport during your connection.
Whether you want to see more or simply enjoy a more comfortable journey, there is more waiting for you when you fly to Melbourne with Royal Brunei Airlines.
Turn One Trip into Two Unforgettable Destinations!
When you book a return flight from London Heathrow to Melbourne with Royal Brunei Airlines in economy class, you will have the opportunity to add a bonus side trip to Kota Kinabalu or Kuching in Borneo during your stopover in Brunei, with fares starting from just GBP 1.
How Does It Work?
Your main flight itinerary remains a London Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL) return ticket in economy class (flexi or value) with a stopover in Brunei (BWN). During your stopover, you simply fly out to Kota Kinabalu or Kuching and return to Brunei before continuing your journey to Melbourne.
Eligibility:
This offer is available to passengers travelling on RB Value and RB Flexi Economy fares on their main London Heathrow to Melbourne return ticket. Availability may vary depending on the travel season. Please contact our friendly UK reservations team to confirm eligibility for your chosen travel dates and make the booking.
Important Information:
- The side trip promotional fare is available from as little as GBP 1 to GBP 5 (excluding taxes, subject to eligibility and availability)
- This offer cannot be combined with the complimentary Sky Lounge benefit in the same direction of travel
- Any booking found to be ineligible will be cancelled and the applicable cancellation fee will be charged
- If travel has already commenced on an ineligible booking, the full published fare for the side trip will apply
- This offer is valid for tickets sold and travelled until 26 August 2027
Make your connection in Brunei even more comfortable
When you book an RB Value or RB Flexi Economy fare from London Heathrow to Melbourne, you are entitled to complimentary access to the Sky Lounge at Brunei International Airport during your connection.
What to Expect at the Sky Lounge:
- A quiet, relaxing environment away from the main terminal
- Complimentary food and beverages throughout your visit
- A comfortable space to rest and refresh between flights
- The ideal way to recharge before your onward journey to Melbourne
This offer is valid for tickets sold and travelled until 27th March 2027.
Important Information:
- Complimentary Sky Lounge access applies exclusively to the Sky Lounge at Brunei International Airport and does not extend to any other airport lounges
- This benefit cannot be combined with our free stopover promotion, the Borneo Side Trip promotion in the same direction of travel or any other promotional benefit
- This offer is valid on London Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL) return and one-way itineraries, applicable in either direction
Which destinations can I visit on the Bonus Side Trip?
You can choose between:
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Kuching (KCH)
Who is eligible for the Bonus Side Trip?
The Bonus Side Trip is available to passengers booking a return London Heathrow to Melbourne Economy journey with Royal Brunei Airlines on RB Value and RB Flexi Economy fares.
Who is eligible for the complimentary Sky Lounge access?
The complimentary Sky Lounge access is available to passengers booking an one-way or return London Heathrow to Melbourne Economy journey with Royal Brunei Airlines on RB Value and RB Flexi Economy fares.
Can I book these offers online?
No. Both offers must be booked through the Royal Brunei Airlines UK Reservations team. Please call +44 207 584 6660 or email [email protected].
Where is the Sky Lounge?
The Sky Lounge is located at Brunei International Airport, allowing eligible passengers to relax during their connection before continuing to Melbourne.
Can I use both offers on the same journey?
Only one offer can be used in each direction of travel.
When can I take the Bonus Side Trip?
You can enjoy your Bonus Side Trip either on your way to Melbourne or on your return journey when flying via Brunei.
What are the travel requirements to enter Brunei as a tourist?
Visit our Travel Requirements page to ensure you’re prepared with the latest entry guidelines and documentation needed for travel to Brunei.
What are the applicable terms and conditions for Bonus Side Trip?
- The Bonus Side Trip is available to eligible passengers holding a qualifying return London Heathrow (LHR) to Melbourne (MEL) Economy Class ticket with Royal Brunei Airlines.
- The Bonus Side Trip is available to either Kota Kinabalu (BKI) or Kuching (KCH), subject to applicable flight schedules and seat availability.
- The Bonus Side Trip can be taken either on the outbound or return journey when travelling via Brunei.
- Only one Bonus Side Trip can be claimed per eligible passenger and in one direction of travel.
- The Bonus Side Trip is subject to availability and applicable fare and booking conditions.
- Flight schedules and availability are subject to change and may vary depending on the travel date.
- Any changes to the itinerary will be subject to the applicable fare rules, terms and conditions and seat availability.
- The Bonus Side Trip cannot be combined with the complimentary Sky Lounge offer in the same direction of travel.
- Royal Brunei Airlines reserves the right to amend, suspend or withdraw the Bonus Side Trip offer or any of its terms and conditions at any time, subject to applicable notice requirements.
- No Royal Skies miles will be awarded for the Bonus Side Trip sector.