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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney from £459

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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SYD
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in May or June, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Sydney (SYD). 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 14 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£732

One-way from

£459

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,237
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 28/10-14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 35m total
  • London to Sydney
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 00m total
  • London to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£91 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2025.

Tue 28/1010:30LGW - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 14/1121:30SYD - LGW
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 13/7£732
Sun 9/1110:30LGW - SYD
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1121:30SYD - LGW
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7£733
Tue 14/1021:30LGW - SYD
2 stops36h 55mChina Southern
Sun 2/1111:25SYD - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 14/7£735
Mon 27/1018:40LGW - SYD
2 stops30h 10mSWISS
Thu 13/1116:10SYD - LGW
2 stops36h 40mSWISS
Deal found 12/7£792

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Sydney 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 14 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

10:30-13:35

1 stop40h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

21:30-14:00

1 stop27h 30m

£732

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sun 9/11

10:30-16:20

2 stops42h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

21:30-14:00

1 stop27h 30m

£733

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

21:30-20:25

2 stops36h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 2/11

11:25-17:20

2 stops64h 55m

£735

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 27/10

18:40-11:50

2 stops30h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

16:10-17:50

2 stops36h 40m

£792

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Thu 11/9

18:00-08:00

3 stops53h 00m

£459

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Wed 15/10

20:25-20:10

3 stops37h 45m

£459

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Fri 26/9

12:35-14:50

1 stop41h 15m

£460

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sat 20/9

16:45-08:35

1 stop30h 50m

£484

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 14/10

21:30-20:25

2 stops36h 55m

£509

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney is 54 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney (average of £985). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,709). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 July 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Sydney flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 14 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, SWISS, andChina Eastern from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney. 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.

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Sydney to Gatwick flights?

    Passengers who are flying to Gatwick from Sydney will find that their flights arrive and depart from the main airports of both locations. The main airport in Sydney is known as Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and the most popular airport in Gatwick is London Gatwick Airport (LGW.) Both of these airports are popular with some of the top airlines in the market and see flights depart and arrive frequently. There are no direct flights that fly to Gatwick from Sydney so your most common flight will be a flight that require either one or two stopovers. You can choose from a wide selection of popular stopover options to accompany you on your flight to Gatwick. This route can be done so via popular airlines, all of which offer great onboard and offboard facilities.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Sydney to Gatwick?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no direct flights to Gatwick from Sydney. However, you will find some of the most popular airlines flying the route that requires either one or two stopovers. These popular airlines include Qatar Airways, British Airways, Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, Vueling, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and more. Depending on which airline you choose, the price of the flight will highly differ. You also have the opportunity of an overnight flight but don’t worry, these airlines include a lot of amenities that contribute to great night sleep. You will always find that your flight departs from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and arrives at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).

  • What are the stopover options between Sydney to Gatwick?

    Flights that require either one or two stopovers to Gatwick from Sydney come with a large number of popular stopover options, all of which are highly popular. These popular destinations include Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Istanbul Airport (IST), Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), Barcelona El-Prat Airport (BCN), and more. Your stopover option can differ depending on a number of factors. This includes when you travel and which airline you’re travelling with. Connecting flights are the perfect option to explore destinations that you may never have visited before. Your stopover destination will also highly influence your flight time duration. It is common to find that flights that require more stopovers are the ones that are cheaper.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Sydney to Gatwick?

    If you are a UK citizen and travelling to Gatwick from Sydney, you will need a valid passport. During your time in Sydney, your passport must be valid throughout the duration of your stay. You will also have had to purchase an applicable visa, which commonly comes at a fee of around $20 (£14.18).

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from London Gatwick?

    For a flight from London Gatwick to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 12 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at £732. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and SWISS, with the lowest prices starting at £735 and £792, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £459. Users have also found prices from £460 and £484 on Air China and Beijing Capital Airlines, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall more than anywhere else. Burj Khalifa, Gold Souq, and Dubai Mall are located about 6.8 mi, 4.2 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £19 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Shanghai Disneyland, Shanghai Grand Theatre, and French Concession are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Shanghai Disneyland, Shanghai Grand Theatre, and French Concession are located about 8.7 mi, 20.6 mi, and 20.4 mi, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Gatwick Airport to Sydney flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney (average of £985). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,709). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Gatwick to Sydney

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Sydney. 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 14 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£513Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest£535Average£741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£550Average£1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£692Average£954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£734Average£1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£747Average£1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£763Average£1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£797Average£1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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SWISSCheapest£797Average£868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapest£800Average£1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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