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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from £426

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 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 28 October 2025.

Tue 25/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 7/1211:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£697
Mon 1/1217:00LGW - MEL
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/310:00MEL - LGW
3 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10£698
Fri 21/1111:05LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1113:10MEL - LGW
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£701
Tue 30/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 18/111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 26/10£704
Mon 8/1210:05LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 40mChina Southern
Mon 9/311:25MEL - LGW
2 stops40h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 27/10£707
Mon 24/1111:05LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/210:00MEL - LGW
3 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£707
Tue 4/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1113:10MEL - LGW
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£712
Sat 6/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 8/312:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/10£713
Sun 23/1110:35LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1113:10MEL - LGW
2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10£719
Mon 29/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Wed 21/112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/10£722
Thu 30/1010:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Mon 3/1122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/10£724

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 (MEL). 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 28 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£697

One-way from

£426

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£980
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/11-7/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 103h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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15/2
  • 15/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£157 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£39 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Melbourne

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Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

£733

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

£897

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 24/2

06:25-21:20

2 stops27h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

00:30-22:35

2 stops33h 05m

£904

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 19/11

17:05-20:55

2 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

15:10-09:20

2 stops29h 10m

£932

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

06:20-20:45

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 5/12

22:40-09:20

2 stops45h 40m

£938

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

08:40-23:20

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 5/3

23:40-12:35

1 stop23h 55m

£944

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

09:00-23:20

1 stop27h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

£944

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

08:40-23:20

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

20:30-05:55

2 stops44h 25m

£959

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 21/2

08:40-23:20

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

£971

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 7/12

13:50-10:00

2 stops33h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 14/12

20:45-18:30

2 stops32h 45m

£980

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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 Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £507). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,247). 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 28 October 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport 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 28 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,388 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,658 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,481 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,392 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

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

    A quick flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport can take about 22h 15m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £897. Airlines will cover 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 Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £528, China Eastern will fly you from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £602 and £631, respectively. China Eastern is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £507). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,247). 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£528Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£761Average£997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£797Average£1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£850Average£1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest£882Average£1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£913Average£1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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