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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne from £391

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
5 Apr — 12 Apr1
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 6 March 2026.

Mon 8/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/621:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£711
Fri 4/910:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
AirAsia X
Fri 25/907:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop33h 25m
AirAsia X
Deal found 3/3£712
Fri 13/310:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 19/322:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3£713
Mon 6/411:40
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Southern
Wed 22/407:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 1/3£714
Wed 11/317:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 24/322:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3£715
Sat 20/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/707:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3£716
Tue 3/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops33h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/1107:45
MEL
-
LGW
3 stops33h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£717
Sun 8/310:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 5/411:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/3£718
Tue 3/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3£719
Wed 11/317:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 29/312:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/3£719
Sun 8/310:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Mon 23/322:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3£720
Tue 10/317:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 21/322:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 2/3£721

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 6 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£711

One-way from

£391

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£921
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 8/6-22/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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8/4
  • 8/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 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

Thu 18/6

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£757

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 18/6

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 11/7

12:00-16:00

2 stops37h 00m

£762

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 18/6

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

£763

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 22/6

18:05-09:00

1 stop29h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£896

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 18/5

18:05-09:00

1 stop29h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£920

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 2/4

18:00-10:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

12:00-06:40

3 stops51h 40m

£949

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 22/3

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

21:30-15:00

1 stop26h 30m

£967

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 20/4

07:00-06:15

2 stops38h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 15/6

21:35-16:40

2 stops28h 05m

£983

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 17/7

10:25-05:30

1 stop34h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

21:45-07:25

1 stop42h 40m

£1,009

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Fri 1/5

11:00-22:50

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/5

06:00-06:30

2 stops33h 30m

£1,013

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne is 11 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 Melbourne?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £506). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,239). 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.

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 6 March 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
1,468 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,539 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,746 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,776 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,468 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 27h 45m. London Gatwick Airport and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10494 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 £548, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and Air India. You may be able to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne for 49% 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 Eastern (£346), China Southern (£364), and Singapore Airlines (£406).

  • 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.

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

    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 £506). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,239). 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£548Average£788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest£618Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air IndiaCheapest£630Average£857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£694Average£970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£803Average£1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£818Average£1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£870Average£1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£998Average£1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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