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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from $792

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
5 may. — 12 may.1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in November or June, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 30 abril 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,310

One-way from

$792

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,042
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/6-9/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 00m total
  • London to Melbourne
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27/5
  • 27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($368 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 30 abril 2025.

mié. 4/618:25LGW - MEL
2 stops54h 35mChina Eastern
mié. 11/611:00MEL - LGW
1 stop28h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4$1,313
mar. 28/1020:20LGW - MEL
2 stops50h 25mChina Southern
jue. 13/1111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$1,443
vie. 9/511:35LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
vie. 23/513:00MEL - LGW
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,500
jue. 11/910:15LGW - MEL
1 stop25h 20mSingapore Airlines
mar. 14/1000:35MEL - LGW
1 stop39h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,749
lun. 27/1009:50LGW - MEL
1 stop21h 35mQatar Airways
lun. 8/1217:10MEL - LGW
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,930
sáb. 10/513:50LGW - MEL
2 stops44h 35mTurkish Airlines
mié. 28/521:20MEL - LGW
2 stops34h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,969

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Gatwick

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

jue. 5/6

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

lun. 9/6

12:00-15:00

2 stops36h 00m

$1,310

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

sáb. 10/5

21:30-19:20

2 stops60h 50m

Melbourne

dom. 25/5

21:00-18:30

2 stops54h 30m

$1,383

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

dom. 1/6

11:25-06:15

2 stops33h 50m

Melbourne

vie. 6/6

12:05-06:55

2 stops51h 50m

$1,483

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

jue. 11/9

10:15-20:35

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

mar. 14/10

00:35-06:25

1 stop39h 50m

$1,749

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

mar. 27/5

13:35-04:40

3 stops54h 05m

$792

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

mié. 7/5

11:15-14:35

2 stops42h 20m

$868

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

lun. 5/5

18:05-09:00

1 stop29h 55m

$879

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

jue. 18/9

12:00-19:20

1 stop22h 20m

$1,074

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

mié. 11/6

09:00-16:50

1 stop22h 50m

$1,138

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

jue. 8/5

10:55-19:25

2 stops47h 30m

$1,335

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Deals found on 27/4

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 33 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 London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 abril 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 30 abril 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines, China Southern and Qatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

SIN - DPS

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

SIN - DPS

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

SIN - DPS

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

SIN - DPS

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

SIN - DPS

Your state of the art Boeing 787 was so hot I was sweating 90% of the flight. There is no reason or excuse for that.

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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,310 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Southern and Singapore Airlines, starting at $1,383 and $1,749 round-trip. China Eastern is 37% 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?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $868. China Eastern flights start at $879 while deals on China Southern start at $1,074 one-way.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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