Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from £403

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 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Melbourne

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 8 May 2026.

Sun 18/1017:55
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 3/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/5£772
Sun 27/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/119:20
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops46h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5£777
Thu 4/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 10/611:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5£784
Wed 16/911:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 19/1012:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/5£791
Wed 16/918:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Wed 14/1012:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/5£792
Wed 17/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 28/621:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop42h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/5£797
Mon 2/1110:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 7/1122:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/5£801
Wed 3/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Air China
Mon 3/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 45m
Air China
Deal found 6/5£812
Tue 1/911:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 14/911:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5£813
Tue 13/1011:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1112:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/5£814
Wed 14/1018:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 23/1012:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop37h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/5£815

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 (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 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£772

One-way from

£403

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£768
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/10-3/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
Search Deals
13/6
  • 13/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 40m total
  • London to Melbourne
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£193 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£39 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 8 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 3/11

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 24/11

22:30-14:00

1 stop26h 30m

£891

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 12/10

12:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

£1,005

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

18:00-10:00

2 stops55h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 28/6

21:30-15:00

1 stop26h 30m

£1,024

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 31/10

17:05-07:25

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

13:10-09:10

2 stops31h 00m

£1,159

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 15/7

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

21:45-07:25

1 stop42h 40m

£1,200
Fastest return journey

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 26/6

05:15-21:30

1 stop25h 15m

£1,200

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 8/6

09:15-23:45

2 stops29h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 23/6

22:45-06:40

1 stop40h 55m

£1,210

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 21/8

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

06:15-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

£1,225

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 3/8

10:25-23:15

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

06:15-07:20

1 stop34h 05m

£1,246

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 18/9

07:25-19:40

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

21:35-16:40

2 stops28h 05m

£1,259

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 5/5

Showing 1-10 of 22 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Gatwick with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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?

Booking 10 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 £734). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,634). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport?

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 8 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,572 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,954 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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 Airport?

    A quick flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport can take about 30h. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,005. Airlines will cover a distance of 10493 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £542, 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 Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £606 and £681, respectively. China Eastern is 48% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £339. Users have also found prices from £368 and £576 on China Southern and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of £734). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,634). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Melbourne Airport?

Book flights to Melbourne Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Ballarat
Geelong
Phillip Island
St Kilda

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Gatwick to Melbourne

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Heathrow to Melbourne flights
Stansted to Melbourne flights
London City to Melbourne flights
Heathrow to Avalon flights
Gatwick to Avalon flights

Top 7 airlines flying from Gatwick to Melbourne

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Melbourne. 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 8 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£542Average£769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
China SouthernCheapest£606Average£718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search China Southern flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£681Average£953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapest£802Average£1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapest£803Average£1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
British AirwaysCheapest£845Average£1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights
EmiratesCheapest£979Average£1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Gatwick to Melbourne?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Gatwick to Melbourne. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Gatwick to Melbourne?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Gatwick to Melbourne.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Gatwick to Melbourne with no change fees?

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from Gatwick to Melbourne flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Gatwick to Melbourne become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Melbourne from Gatwick today and book when prices fit your budget.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.