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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from $952

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in May or June, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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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 27 November 2025.

Tue 2/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 11/111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,467
Tue 2/1220:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Fri 5/1223:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,490
Sat 29/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Sun 7/1208:40MEL - LGW
1 stop32h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,507
Tue 2/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 16/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$1,508
Sat 29/1120:20LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 10mChina Southern
Mon 8/1223:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,518
Wed 10/1215:55LGW - MEL
2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/222:40MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,531
Sun 30/1117:00LGW - MEL
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Sun 14/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$1,551
Tue 2/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 9/1222:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/11$1,553
Wed 10/1215:55LGW - MEL
2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/222:40MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,557
Fri 5/1210:00LGW - MEL
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Sun 11/111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops64h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 24/11$1,567
Tue 2/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 7/1212:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/11$1,570

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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,479

One-way from

$952

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,936
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 1/2-15/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 30m total
  • London to Melbourne
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5/12
  • 5/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($696 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($170 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 27 November 2025.
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

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

17:05-07:25

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 26/2

13:10-09:20

2 stops31h 10m

$1,850

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 28/1

10:15-11:50

2 stops38h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

15:00-09:20

2 stops29h 20m

$1,863

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 28/1

17:05-11:50

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

15:00-09:25

2 stops29h 25m

$1,883

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 8/12

06:20-11:50

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

15:00-16:10

2 stops36h 10m

$1,885

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 4/12

08:40-23:20

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 21/1

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

$1,900

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 2/12

14:05-23:20

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

$1,953

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 23/2

17:05-20:55

2 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

13:10-09:20

2 stops31h 10m

$2,008

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 9/2

09:00-17:50

1 stop21h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

16:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

$2,017

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 3/12

17:05-11:50

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 22/1

14:30-09:20

2 stops29h 50m

$2,026

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 3/2

17:05-11:30

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

15:00-09:25

2 stops29h 25m

$2,039

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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 21 November 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 47 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 $1,041). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,555). 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 27 November 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 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 27 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern 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.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
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Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.

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 Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways fly from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 27h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 55m. 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 China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,344 on this airline. China Eastern is 39% 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 $1,041). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,555). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,344Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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