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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport from $732

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LGW
11 May — 18 May1
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 11 April 2026.

Tue 27/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 10m
AirAsia X
Sun 29/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 8/4$1,355
Mon 12/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1110:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,356
Sat 16/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,364
Mon 12/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop35h 05m
AirAsia X
Mon 2/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 6/4$1,366
Sat 17/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop35h 10m
AirAsia X
Tue 3/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 7/4$1,367
Sat 17/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1110:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,369
Tue 14/700:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop40h 00m
AirAsia X
Sun 23/810:25
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop33h 35m
AirAsia X
Deal found 6/4$1,372
Tue 12/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops61h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 26/507:00
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,373
Mon 12/1006:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 05m
AirAsia X
Mon 26/1009:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 8/4$1,379
Tue 24/1101:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,389
Fri 9/1020:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1109:25
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,391
Thu 7/512:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops54h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 14/507:00
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops40h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,394

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 11 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,364

One-way from

$732

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,062
Air China
  • Air China
  • 16/5-15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 15m total
  • Melbourne to London
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2/9
  • 2/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($90 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 11 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

21:45-07:25

1 stop42h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 31/7

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

$1,602

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Fri 10/7

06:15-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

London Gatwick

Sun 12/7

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

$1,731

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 14/9

06:15-07:20

1 stop34h 05m

London Gatwick

Sun 4/10

10:25-05:00

1 stop32h 35m

$1,750

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 27/5

23:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

$2,005

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

23:55-16:40

1 stop31h 45m

$2,005
Fastest return journey

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

22:55-12:35

1 stop22h 40m

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

$2,006

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

21:15-21:30

1 stop33h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 9/5

10:05-16:40

1 stop21h 35m

$2,039

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 9/6

21:45-08:50

2 stops26h 05m

$2,050

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Thu 11/6

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

$2,066

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

06:15-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

London Gatwick

Wed 15/7

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

$2,079

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Gatwick

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 10 April 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport (average of $701). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,905). 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 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 11 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Melbourne Airport 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
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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 Southern
7.4
Good
146 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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
7.2
Good
200 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

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 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 Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport will take you 29h 40m. The distance between Melbourne Airport and London Gatwick Airport is about 16887 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport is Virgin Australia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $681 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and China Southern, starting at $1,092 and $1,095 round-trip. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for AirAsia X. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $379. Users have also found prices from $606 and $828 on China Eastern and Emirates, respectively.

  • 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.

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    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 Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport (average of $701). Flying from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,905). 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$681Average$1,862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$1,092Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,095Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,499Average$1,885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,545Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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