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Cheap flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport from £301

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LGW
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Gatwick

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Sun 2/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 6/917:55
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/7£746
Thu 6/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 1/922:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/7£747
Sat 12/906:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 10m
AirAsia X
Mon 21/910:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
AirAsia X
Deal found 18/7£748
Fri 28/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 25m
Air China
Wed 2/1211:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 05m
Air China
Deal found 18/7£749
Wed 12/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 25m
Air China
Wed 9/920:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 30m
Air China
Deal found 17/7£751
Tue 1/1206:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 10m
AirAsia X
Thu 10/1209:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 17/7£752
Wed 12/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 16/811:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/7£754
Mon 20/721:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 16/822:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7£755
Thu 6/810:20
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 10m
China Southern
Wed 9/911:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 17/7£757
Thu 6/810:20
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 10m
China Southern
Tue 1/917:40
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Southern
Deal found 18/7£757
Tue 4/818:10
HBA
-
LGW
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/822:00
LGW
-
HBA
2 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7£829
Mon 3/811:00
SYD
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/812:35
LGW
-
SYD
3 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7£835

Find flight deals from Australia to Gatwick

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Gatwick flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£746

One-way from

£301

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£1,083
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/8-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 55m total
  • Australia to London
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8/11
  • 8/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 15m total
  • Australia to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (£59 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Gatwick 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 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyLondon

SYD - LGW

SYDLGW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

12:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 30/10

10:30-13:35

1 stop40h 05m

£867

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

21:35-13:10

2 stops48h 35m

London Gatwick

Mon 17/8

17:35-19:40

2 stops41h 05m

£894

PerthLondon

PER - LGW

PERLGW

Perth

Sat 28/11

05:15-06:25

1 stop33h 10m

London Gatwick

Sat 9/1

09:25-04:30

1 stop35h 05m

£916

PerthLondon

PER - LGW

PERLGW

Perth

Thu 10/12

05:15-06:25

1 stop33h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 24/12

09:25-19:55

1 stop26h 30m

£930

CoolangattaLondon

OOL - LGW

OOLLGW

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 1/8

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

18:00-17:55

2 stops38h 55m

£930

BrisbaneLondon

BNE - LGW

BNELGW

Brisbane

Thu 13/8

11:15-15:00

1 stop36h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 17/8

22:00-09:00

1 stop26h 00m

£937

SydneyLondon

SYD - LGW

SYDLGW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

21:05-13:10

2 stops49h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 2/9

17:35-19:10

2 stops40h 35m

£940

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Tue 4/8

19:10-06:40

2 stops44h 30m

London Gatwick

Thu 27/8

18:00-21:00

2 stops42h 00m

£949

HobartLondon

HBA - LGW

HBALGW

Hobart

Mon 19/10

20:25-06:35

2 stops68h 10m

London Gatwick

Wed 28/10

11:35-21:10

2 stops46h 35m

£950

PerthLondon

PER - LGW

PERLGW

Perth

Tue 13/10

16:55-06:55

1 stop45h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 26/10

13:00-05:25

1 stop32h 25m

£958

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport (average of £830). Flying from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,402). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 18 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and China Eastern from Australia to London Gatwick Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Gatwick. 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 Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in 28h 40m. Fly via China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. Australia and London Gatwick Airport are separated by a distance of 10568 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    £280 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from £364 and £408, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

    While some choose either Melbourne - London Gatwick or Brisbane - London Gatwick, Sydney Kingsford Smith - London Gatwick is the most popular route from Australia to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Gatwick 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 Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport (average of £830). Flying from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,402). 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 2 airlines flying from Australia to Gatwick

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Gatwick. 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 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£635Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapest£878Average£1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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