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Cheap flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport from $702

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LGW
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Sun 11/1008:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops33h 25m
AirAsia X
Mon 2/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 22/3$1,319
Mon 12/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 05m
AirAsia X
Sat 31/1009:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 23/3$1,320
Thu 15/1022:45
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops42h 40m
AirAsia X
Sat 31/1009:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 20/3$1,321
Thu 21/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/617:35
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,324
Mon 12/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 05m
AirAsia X
Mon 26/1009:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 21/3$1,326
Sat 23/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,340
Thu 21/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/517:35
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,341
Wed 20/513:25
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/617:35
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,346
Tue 14/700:30
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/921:30
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,349
Tue 29/900:30
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 00m
AirAsia X
Mon 30/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 21/3$1,357
Wed 20/513:25
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/617:35
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,360
Sun 19/707:00
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop33h 25m
AirAsia X
Sun 23/810:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop32h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 23/3$1,364

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Gatwick (LGW). 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 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,324

One-way from

$702

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,608
21/5-11/6
  • 21/5-11/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 35m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 43h 55m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($243 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 23 March 2026.
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MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

23:30-22:25

2 stops31h 55m

London Gatwick

Thu 11/6

17:35-11:15

2 stops32h 40m

$1,517

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

21:35-16:40

2 stops28h 05m

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

14:05-11:15

2 stops36h 10m

$1,593

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

21:35-16:40

2 stops28h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 7/10

14:05-12:15

2 stops36h 10m

$1,804

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

21:30-15:00

1 stop26h 30m

London Gatwick

Thu 25/6

11:35-12:40

1 stop40h 05m

$1,806

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 7/4

15:10-06:40

1 stop24h 30m

London Gatwick

Wed 15/4

14:55-04:55

1 stop29h 00m

$1,855

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

15:45-06:40

1 stop23h 55m

London Gatwick

Sun 31/5

14:55-04:55

1 stop29h 00m

$1,857
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

15:45-06:40

1 stop23h 55m

London Gatwick

Sat 23/5

09:00-16:50

1 stop22h 50m

$1,958

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

21:15-21:30

1 stop33h 15m

London Gatwick

Wed 13/5

23:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

$2,001

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 27/4

14:35-08:50

2 stops33h 15m

$2,018

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

21:15-07:20

1 stop43h 05m

London Gatwick

Fri 24/4

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

$2,052

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Gatwick

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport is 51 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (average of $706). Flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,922). 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.

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 23 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Virgin Australia, andQatar Airways from Melbourne to London Gatwick 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
3,543 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
449 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
China Southern
7.4
Good
145 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
China Eastern
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in 24h 30m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, China Eastern, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport is about 16887 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport round-trip from $686. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Eastern, from $1,100, and China Southern, from $1,103. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is AirAsia X, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $382. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (average of $706). Flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,922). 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
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$686Average$1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,100Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,103Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,532Average$1,904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,555Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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