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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from $886

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
5 Jul — 12 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in June or May, booked 70 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 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,452

One-way from

$886

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,736
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 25/10-7/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($463 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($119 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 June 2025.

Sat 25/1021:30LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 00mChina Southern
Fri 7/1123:30MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 30/6$1,452
Sun 2/1117:00LGW - MEL
1 stop34h 05mChina Eastern
Tue 18/1112:00MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/6$1,454
Thu 18/918:00LGW - MEL
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1022:30MEL - LGW
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,572
Wed 19/1109:20LGW - MEL
1 stop25h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/210:35MEL - LGW
1 stop30h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/6$1,702

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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 30 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 25/10

21:30-21:30

2 stops38h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

23:30-17:20

2 stops28h 50m

$1,452

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 31/10

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

$1,463

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 18/9

18:00-11:45

2 stops32h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 12/10

22:30-15:00

2 stops50h 30m

$1,572

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 19/11

09:20-21:25

1 stop25h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

10:35-06:25

1 stop30h 50m

$1,702

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 20/8

21:50-09:20

2 stops50h 30m

$886

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sun 14/9

19:00-09:00

1 stop29h 00m

$912

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 10/9

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

$924

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/6

Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

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Cheapflights Insights

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 27 June 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 70 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 June 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.

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 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andAir China 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
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,319 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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 Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

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 Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,452 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Singapore Airlines, starting at $1,463 and $1,702 round-trip. China Southern is 31% 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?

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

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

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  • 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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