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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne from £446

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in June or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£726

One-way from

£446

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£1,269
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 4/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • London to Melbourne
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4/9
  • 4/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£107 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 July 2025.

Tue 4/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 10/1112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/7£726
Mon 15/1207:35LGW - MEL
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/113:35MEL - LGW
2 stops42h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7£731
Tue 4/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Thu 4/1223:30MEL - LGW
2 stops52h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 10/7£747
Sat 1/1120:25LGW - AVV
2 stops39h 50mEmirates
Sat 15/1114:50AVV - LGW
2 stops31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 9/7£1,113
Thu 10/718:00LGW - AVV
2 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 17/706:00AVV - LGW
2 stops42h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7£1,242

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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 July 2025.
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Gatwick

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 3/9

18:25-09:00

1 stop29h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 7/9

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£728

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 13/8

06:00-06:15

3 stops39h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

21:45-18:30

2 stops31h 45m

£748

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 15/9

12:00-19:20

1 stop22h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 17/10

11:20-18:30

2 stops41h 10m

£783

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Sat 1/11

20:25-23:15

2 stops39h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 15/11

14:50-11:40

2 stops31h 50m

£1,113

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Mon 11/8

12:00-22:50

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 17/8

06:00-06:50

2 stops33h 50m

£1,296

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 4/9

11:35-06:00

2 stops33h 25m

£446

LondonMelbourne

LGW - AVV

LGWAVV

London Gatwick

Sun 7/9

19:00-14:10

2 stops34h 10m

£447

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 29/8

20:45-14:35

1 stop32h 50m

£448

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 5/9

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

£451

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 22/9

12:00-08:40

1 stop35h 40m

£494

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Deals found on 9/7

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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 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne is 70 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £1,121). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 13 October 2024.

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

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 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, China Southern, andChina Eastern 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
China Southern
7.6
Good
103 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
151 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Air China
7.2
Good
89 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,285 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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

    China Eastern, at £726, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include China Southern and Emirates. You may be able to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne (average of £1,121). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,692). 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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China EasternCheapest£504Average£723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£550Average£1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£631Average£686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£651Average£900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£791Average£982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£824Average£1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£862Average£1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£887Average£1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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