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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia from $726

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SYD
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Tue 25/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 9/1222:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,503
Wed 26/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 1/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$1,511
Sun 23/1110:30LGW - SYD
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 18/212:00SYD - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$1,537
Tue 30/1210:30LGW - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 20/112:00SYD - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,541
Tue 25/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,541
Mon 24/1110:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$1,545
Fri 21/1110:30LGW - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 15/112:00SYD - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,548
Thu 4/1210:30LGW - SYD
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/321:30SYD - LGW
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,550
Mon 1/1210:30LGW - BNE
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 8/1211:10BNE - LGW
1 stop29h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,553
Tue 2/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 9/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 19/11$1,559
Sat 29/1120:20LGW - SYD
2 stops37h 00mChina Southern
Thu 11/1211:25SYD - LGW
1 stop29h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11$1,564
Tue 30/1210:30LGW - SYD
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 19/321:30SYD - LGW
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/11$1,581

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,490

One-way from

$726

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,762
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 18/1-25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • London to Australia
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4/2
  • 4/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • London to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($331 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia that are best for you.

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Gatwick

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Australia

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 26/11

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

23:30-06:20

1 stop41h 50m

$1,619

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

22:30-14:00

1 stop26h 30m

$1,743

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

09:00-18:50

1 stop22h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

15:55-09:20

2 stops52h 25m

$1,752

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 30/11

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 4/12

12:00-14:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,754

LondonCairns

LGW - CNS

LGWCNS

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

17:00-05:45

2 stops50h 45m

Cairns

Sat 24/1

19:15-06:30

2 stops45h 15m

$1,775

LondonBrisbane

LGW - BNE

LGWBNE

London Gatwick

Sat 14/3

17:05-06:45

2 stops27h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 25/3

08:00-16:10

2 stops42h 10m

$1,783

LondonBrisbane

LGW - BNE

LGWBNE

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

17:05-06:45

2 stops51h 40m

Brisbane

Wed 25/3

08:00-09:25

2 stops35h 25m

$1,792

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

20:20-21:30

2 stops38h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

23:30-17:20

2 stops28h 50m

$1,794

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

17:00-11:00

3 stops55h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,808

LondonBrisbane

LGW - BNE

LGWBNE

London Gatwick

Thu 5/3

17:05-08:40

2 stops29h 35m

Brisbane

Thu 26/3

13:00-09:20

2 stops30h 20m

$1,851

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia (average of $1,024). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Australia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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 AU?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to Australia in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from London Gatwick Airport to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,423 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2025

KTM - DXB

Lost 7 pieces of luggage and fly Dubai doesn’t seem to care.

Related info for your journey

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

    China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, and China Southern can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Australia in just under 27h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 55m. London Gatwick Airport and Australia are separated by a distance of 16541 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $899 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $1,015 and Air China from $1,029 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

    The most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to Australia is London Gatwick - Melbourne. You may also consider London Gatwick - Sydney Kingsford Smith or London Gatwick - Perth.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Australia.

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia (average of $1,024). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Australia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,567). 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$1,103Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,594Average$2,628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,902Average$2,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,032Average$2,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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