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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from $774

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 April 2026.

Tue 27/1010:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1101:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,422
Sun 25/1017:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/1101:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,425
Wed 4/1117:00
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1101:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4$1,426
Sun 27/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/101:00
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops40h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,427
Mon 15/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/706:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,433
Sun 27/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/106:15
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops35h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,434
Mon 25/512:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Air China
Wed 22/719:40
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops55h 25m
Air China
Deal found 5/4$1,440
Sat 26/1210:30
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop40h 35m
China Eastern
Sat 16/122:30
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop43h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/4$1,443
Fri 5/612:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Air China
Fri 3/719:40
MEL
-
LGW
1 stop31h 45m
Air China
Deal found 6/4$1,444
Mon 25/512:35
LGW
-
MEL
1 stop41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/700:30
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,446
Sat 7/1110:05
LGW
-
MEL
2 stops43h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 20/1118:20
MEL
-
LGW
2 stops25h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,449

Find 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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,433

One-way from

$774

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,685
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 15/6-27/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 75h 25m total
  • London to Melbourne
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9/6
  • 9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($736 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Melbourne 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 9 April 2026.
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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Cheapest return flight

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 5/10

10:25-00:15

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 24/10

06:15-07:25

1 stop35h 10m

$1,803

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 14/6

11:35-12:40

1 stop40h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$1,905

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 3/8

10:25-23:15

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 17/8

06:15-07:20

1 stop34h 05m

$2,023

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 14/5

11:35-10:00

3 stops37h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

$2,099

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 14/5

14:35-05:30

1 stop29h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

$2,119
Fastest return journey

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

21:45-05:30

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

15:55-12:35

2 stops29h 40m

$2,145

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 18/6

17:35-19:40

2 stops41h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 29/7

21:35-16:40

2 stops28h 05m

$2,170

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

17:35-19:40

2 stops41h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

13:25-09:55

2 stops29h 30m

$2,237

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 1/8

10:25-05:00

1 stop33h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 22/8

06:15-07:25

1 stop34h 10m

$2,241

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 22/4

14:35-05:30

1 stop29h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 25/4

12:05-12:35

2 stops33h 30m

$2,278

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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 3 April 2026.

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 11 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $955). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,318). 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 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 9 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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
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Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

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 Gatwick to Melbourne. 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 London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like AirAsia X, China Eastern, and Emirates fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 27h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. There are 16887 km between London Gatwick Airport and Melbourne Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,820 on this airline. Singapore Airlines is 9% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $955). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,318). 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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Top airline flying from Gatwick to Melbourne

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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,820Average$2,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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