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Cheap flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport from $580

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — LGW
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Gatwick

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Sun 2/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 6/917:55
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/7$1,438
Thu 6/811:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop41h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 1/922:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/7$1,439
Wed 12/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 25m
Air China
Wed 9/920:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 30m
Air China
Deal found 17/7$1,447
Sun 6/921:10
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/910:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,452
Mon 20/721:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 18/822:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,455
Thu 6/810:20
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop29h 10m
China Southern
Wed 9/911:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 17/7$1,458
Thu 6/810:20
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops65h 10m
China Southern
Tue 1/911:10
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 17/7$1,461
Wed 12/819:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 55m
Air China
Mon 31/812:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Air China
Deal found 15/7$1,462
Tue 21/721:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop26h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 5/822:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7$1,464
Wed 12/815:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/912:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,465
Sun 26/711:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop28h 40m
China Eastern
Wed 12/818:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7$1,467
Mon 20/719:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 55m
Air China
Thu 6/812:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 50m
Air China
Deal found 16/7$1,468

Find flight deals from Australia to Gatwick

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Gatwick flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,438

One-way from

$580

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,087
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/8-6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 55m total
  • Australia to London
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8/11
  • 8/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 15m total
  • Australia to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($219 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Gatwick 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 10/8

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,545

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

22:30-06:30

1 stop43h 00m

London Gatwick

Sat 14/11

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

$1,647

CoolangattaLondon

OOL - LGW

OOLLGW

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Tue 4/8

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 11/8

22:00-22:05

2 stops39h 05m

$1,712

PerthLondon

PER - LGW

PERLGW

Perth

Sat 28/11

05:15-06:25

1 stop33h 10m

London Gatwick

Sat 9/1

09:25-04:30

1 stop35h 05m

$1,772

PerthLondon

PER - LGW

PERLGW

Perth

Thu 10/12

05:15-06:25

1 stop33h 10m

London Gatwick

Thu 24/12

09:25-19:55

1 stop26h 30m

$1,793

CoolangattaLondon

OOL - LGW

OOLLGW

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 1/8

06:00-19:15

2 stops46h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 24/8

18:00-17:55

2 stops38h 55m

$1,793

SydneyLondon

SYD - LGW

SYDLGW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 2/9

18:00-12:35

1 stop33h 35m

$1,795

SydneyLondon

SYD - LGW

SYDLGW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Sun 20/9

11:35-08:05

3 stops35h 30m

$1,800

CairnsLondon

CNS - LGW

CNSLGW

Cairns

Tue 4/8

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

London Gatwick

Thu 27/8

18:00-21:00

2 stops42h 00m

$1,803

BrisbaneLondon

BNE - LGW

BNELGW

Brisbane

Thu 13/8

11:15-15:00

1 stop36h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 17/8

22:00-09:00

1 stop26h 00m

$1,806

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Gatwick

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport (average of $637). Flying from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,313). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 18 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andVirgin Australia from Australia to London Gatwick Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,629 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
464 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Gatwick. 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 Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in about 34h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 50m. The distance from Australia to London Gatwick Airport is about 17008 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    $353 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Southern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Eastern and AirAsia X, with prices starting from $378 and $384, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Melbourne - London Gatwick or Brisbane - London Gatwick, Sydney Kingsford Smith - London Gatwick is the most popular route from Australia to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Gatwick 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 Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport (average of $637). Flying from Australia to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,313). 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Gatwick. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$690Average$1,987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$913Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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AirAsia XCheapest$955Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapest$994Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,140Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,147Average$2,077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,147Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,252Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,469Average$2,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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