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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne from £430

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
21 Jul — 28 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 21 June 2026.

Sun 5/711:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 3/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6£923
Thu 3/911:10
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/906:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£926
Mon 31/810:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/915:10
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6£927
Tue 27/1010:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Tue 1/1222:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6£928
Tue 1/911:35
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops37h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 16/911:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6£933
Tue 27/1010:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 27/1122:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6£936
Fri 30/1017:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 27/1122:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/6£938
Sun 5/721:05
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 12/721:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop42h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6£939
Thu 24/1209:50
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 55m
China Southern
Thu 14/111:25
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 19/6£939
Mon 28/907:05
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops42h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 16/1013:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/6£941
Sat 4/718:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 15/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6£942
Tue 7/711:10
LGW
-
AVV
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/706:00
AVV
-
LGW
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6£1,016

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 21 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£923

One-way from

£430

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£799
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 77h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 00m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 27/10

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 1/12

22:30-14:00

1 stop26h 30m

£928

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Tue 7/7

11:10-22:50

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 14/7

06:00-06:30

2 stops33h 30m

£1,016

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 5/11

06:30-20:40

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

22:35-16:30

2 stops28h 55m

£1,025

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/11

17:25-20:40

2 stops40h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

22:35-16:30

2 stops28h 55m

£1,030

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 4/9

18:00-10:00

3 stops55h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£1,036

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 5/11

06:30-20:40

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

22:35-22:35

2 stops35h 00m

£1,037

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Sun 5/7

11:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/7

06:00-06:30

2 stops33h 30m

£1,059

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Wed 1/7

11:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/7

16:40-19:40

2 stops36h 00m

£1,062

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Tue 8/9

11:10-22:50

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 15/9

16:40-14:30

2 stops30h 50m

£1,065

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 23/10

11:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 29/11

22:30-14:00

1 stop26h 30m

£1,095

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £471). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £956). 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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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 21 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
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
1,547 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
3,591 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
224 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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
8,062 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,547 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

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

    Departing from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne will take you 27h 10m. London Gatwick Airport and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10493 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    China Eastern, at £576, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and Qatar Airways. 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 (£378), China Eastern (£394), and Qatar Airways (£592).

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £471). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £956). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£576Average£847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest£623Average£881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£822Average£1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£838Average£1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest£868Average£1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£937Average£993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,006Average£1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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