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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney from $878

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SYD
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or November, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Sydney (SYD). 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 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,374

One-way from

$878

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,976
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 31/5-13/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • London to Sydney
23/5
  • 23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 25m total
  • London to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($382 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($89 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Tue 20/518:00LGW - SYD
1 stop30h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 28/520:30SYD - LGW
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/4$1,369
Mon 22/912:00LGW - SYD
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Tue 21/1022:15SYD - LGW
1 stop42h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 30/4$1,388
Tue 23/912:35LGW - SYD
1 stop41h 15mAir China
Thu 23/1020:40SYD - LGW
1 stop43h 55mAir China
Deal found 30/4$1,486
Mon 26/511:35LGW - SYD
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/620:45SYD - LGW
2 stops42h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,496
Tue 28/1018:45LGW - SYD
2 stops30h 05mSWISS
Tue 4/1116:10SYD - LGW
2 stops36h 40mSWISS
Deal found 30/4$1,646

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Sydney 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 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 20/5

18:00-09:00

1 stop30h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/5

20:30-15:00

1 stop27h 30m

$1,369

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 22/9

12:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/10

22:15-07:05

1 stop42h 50m

$1,388

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 23/9

12:35-14:50

1 stop41h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

20:40-06:35

1 stop43h 55m

$1,486

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 26/5

11:35-11:35

2 stops39h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

20:45-06:40

2 stops42h 55m

$1,496

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Wed 3/9

18:35-06:10

2 stops26h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/10

16:00-17:55

2 stops35h 55m

$1,774

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Fri 23/5

16:10-11:35

2 stops58h 25m

$878

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

11:25-14:50

2 stops42h 25m

$903

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sat 20/9

21:30-19:40

2 stops61h 10m

$908

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Wed 11/6

18:25-09:00

1 stop29h 35m

$914

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Wed 25/6

14:55-06:15

1 stop30h 20m

$1,011

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Sydney

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sydney from Gatwick with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney, you should look to book at least 54 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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 SYD?

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

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern and SWISS from London to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gina,Dec 2024

BLR - SIN

Overall the experience was good. First flight of 17 hours had no entertainment since Singapore airline has technical issues. Was informed that passengers would get a $350 voucher for future flight. Uncertain how that is being distributed but would like to understand if an email is required from my end or if it is an automatic email sent to me by Singapore Airlines. -Gina Robles

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from London Gatwick?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Sydney from London Gatwick. Booking flights from London Gatwick to Kingsford Smith (SYD) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from London Gatwick from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $1,374, China Eastern will fly you from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Air China - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,388 and $1,486, respectively. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $903. Users have also found prices from $908 and $914 on China Southern and China Eastern, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Sydney.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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China EasternCheapest$1,195Average$1,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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