Located near Bandar Seri Begawan in the Brunei-Muara District, it serves as the home base and hub for Royal Brunei Airlines (RB).

Airport services were operated from the Berakas area at an old runway site built by the Japanese during World War II.

The construction of a new airport began in 1970; 55 years ago (1970), in Mukim Berakas in the Brunei-Muara District, because this location was easily accessible from all areas of the country.

Founded on 18 November 1974, the airline marked its inception as a significant milestone in the burgeoning era of Brunei's aviation history.

[1] Businesses inside the terminal include Burger King and KFC international fast-food outlets,[7] Jollibee regional fast food,[7] plus local 'concept stores' which include food, tea and coffee drinks, and jewellery stores, along with Avis car rental desk.

[clarification needed] Along with personal car rental options, there are regular taxi services to and from the airport, with a journey time of approximately 15 minutes.