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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from £509

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
23 Jul — 30 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 23 June 2026.

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£940
Fri 18/922:00
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops33h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 3/1012:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops60h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/6£941
Mon 22/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 25m
China Eastern
Fri 31/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/6£941
Sat 4/711:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 05m
China Eastern
Mon 13/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6£942
Sun 13/922:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 30/911:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/6£943
Tue 7/718:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 21/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/6£944
Tue 15/909:40
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/906:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£944
Tue 23/611:35
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops37h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 5/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/6£947
Sat 4/711:35
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops37h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 7/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6£948
Sat 12/912:05
LGW
-
MEL
3 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/206:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6£948

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£939

One-way from

£509

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£799
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/7-12/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 55m total
  • London to Melbourne
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8/9
  • 8/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 25m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£199 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 23/10

11:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

£954

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

£959
Fastest return journey

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

Tue 3/11

06:30-20:40

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Fri 20/11

22:35-16:30

2 stops28h 55m

£1,026

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

£1,037

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 11/7

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

11:00-19:10

1 stop41h 10m

£1,094

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 21/8

22:00-10:00

3 stops51h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

11:00-19:10

1 stop41h 10m

£1,109

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 20/8

21:55-12:40

1 stop29h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 3/9

11:00-19:10

1 stop41h 10m

£1,112

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 18/9

07:25-19:40

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 3/10

21:35-09:55

2 stops45h 20m

£1,113

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 29/10

06:30-20:40

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/11

16:30-16:30

2 stops35h 00m

£1,115

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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 £799). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,680). 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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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 23 June 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
1,549 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,594 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
226 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,065 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,May 2026

SIN - MNL

Was upgraded to Premium Economy seat as PPS member. SQ steward team prepared birthday cake for a colleague which I requested and didn’t follow up. Great service and a great way to fly.

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 27h 10m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £1,025. 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 £577, 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 Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £623 and £823, respectively. China Eastern is 47% 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 Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £379. Users have also found prices from £394 and £592 on China Eastern 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 £799). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,680). 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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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 23 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£577Average£847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest£623Average£882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£823Average£1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£838Average£1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest£868Average£1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£938Average£993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£1,006Average£1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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