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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne from £422

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
11 Jul — 18 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 June 2026.

Thu 25/615:40
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/713:25
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£888
Tue 23/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Fri 5/312:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/6£888
Tue 29/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 26/222:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/6£893
Thu 15/1011:35
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops37h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 9/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/6£894
Mon 15/611:40
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Southern
Sat 15/810:20
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop42h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 7/6£894
Wed 4/1110:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 28/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/6£895
Mon 6/711:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 15/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/6£897
Mon 2/1117:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/1122:35
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£897
Sun 14/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Sun 12/721:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/6£899
Sun 21/615:35
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/713:25
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6£905
Mon 16/1117:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 28/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/6£906
Thu 25/611:10
LGW
-
AVV
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/706:00
AVV
-
LGW
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6£994

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£888

One-way from

£422

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£774
25/6-9/7
  • 25/6-9/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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3/9
  • 3/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£192 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£40 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Melbourne that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 18/10

17:55-10:00

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 30/10

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

£897

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

18:10-19:20

1 stop40h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 26/9

22:45-13:25

1 stop23h 40m

£945

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Thu 25/6

11:10-22:50

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 9/7

06:00-06:30

2 stops33h 30m

£994

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 26/9

12:00-06:40

2 stops51h 40m

£1,001

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 31/8

18:00-10:00

2 stops55h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 11/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£1,077

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 11/7

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 25/7

12:00-15:00

3 stops60h 00m

£1,142

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Sun 5/7

22:10-22:50

2 stops39h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 13/7

06:00-14:30

2 stops41h 30m

£1,145
Fastest return journey

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 12/11

09:40-18:15

1 stop21h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

16:55-11:40

2 stops29h 45m

£1,165

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/11

23:55-18:15

1 stop31h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

12:05-06:40

2 stops29h 35m

£1,165

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 11/11

20:25-10:15

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

16:55-11:40

2 stops29h 45m

£1,168

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £419). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £946). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne?

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne?

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne is 9 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Melbourne. Reviews last updated 11 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,580 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
223 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,035 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,539 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne?

    Departing from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne will take you 30h 05m. London Gatwick Airport and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10493 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    China Eastern, at £563, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and Turkish Airlines. You may be able to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne are China Southern (£374), China Eastern (£390), and Qatar Airways (£585).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Melbourne by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £419). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £946). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£563Average£821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest£616Average£866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£692Average£968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£800Average£1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£814Average£1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£858Average£1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£995Average£1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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