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Cheap flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport from $657

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — LGW
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to London Gatwick are usually found in October or August, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Gatwick (LGW). 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 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,387

One-way from

$657

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,145
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 00m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 55m total
  • Melbourne to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($498 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($110 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Wed 20/820:00MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 35mAir China
Fri 5/912:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 00mAir China
Deal found 16/4$1,376
Fri 16/511:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 30/518:40LGW - MEL
1 stop29h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/4$1,378
Thu 23/1011:20MEL - LGW
1 stop29h 50mChina Southern
Sat 15/1120:25LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 16/4$1,381
Mon 13/1022:20MEL - LGW
2 stops48h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 28/1006:00LGW - MEL
2 stops26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,499
Mon 21/721:45MEL - LGW
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/810:55LGW - MEL
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,501
Tue 20/506:00AVV - LGW
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/618:40LGW - AVV
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,530
Tue 16/915:40MEL - LGW
1 stop23h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 28/1009:20LGW - MEL
1 stop25h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,846
Tue 13/516:40AVV - LGW
2 stops28h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 27/510:05LGW - AVV
2 stops27h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$13,905

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Gatwick 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 17 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Gatwick

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Wed 20/8

20:00-06:35

1 stop43h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 5/9

12:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

$1,376

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

11:00-06:40

1 stop28h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 30/5

18:40-09:00

1 stop29h 20m

$1,387

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

21:00-18:30

2 stops30h 30m

London Gatwick

Tue 20/5

21:30-19:20

2 stops60h 50m

$1,452

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 13/10

22:20-13:00

2 stops48h 40m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

06:00-19:00

2 stops26h 00m

$1,499

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Mon 21/7

21:45-22:20

2 stops33h 35m

London Gatwick

Fri 29/8

10:55-05:30

2 stops33h 35m

$1,501

MelbourneLondon

AVV - LGW

AVVLGW

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 20/5

06:00-06:40

2 stops33h 40m

London Gatwick

Fri 6/6

18:40-20:15

2 stops40h 35m

$1,530

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Tue 16/9

15:40-06:25

1 stop23h 45m

London Gatwick

Tue 28/10

09:20-21:25

1 stop25h 05m

$1,846

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

14:25-17:50

2 stops36h 25m

London Gatwick

Wed 20/8

18:35-05:55

2 stops26h 20m

$1,977

MelbourneLondon

MEL - LGW

MELLGW

Melbourne

Thu 5/6

12:05-07:20

2 stops28h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 22/6

10:05-16:40

1 stop21h 35m

$1,983

MelbourneLondon

AVV - LGW

AVVLGW

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 13/5

16:40-12:35

2 stops28h 55m

London Gatwick

Tue 27/5

10:05-22:50

2 stops27h 45m

$13,905

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Gatwick

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (average of $1,043). Flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,829). 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 MEL to LGW?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Gatwick. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Gatwick. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Gatwick by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Gatwick Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Gatwick Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Gatwick by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Gatwick Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Gatwick

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. Reviews last updated 17 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Thai Airways and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to London by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
323 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
819 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
398 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2024

AKL - DXB

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Gatwick. 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 Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport round-trip from $1,387. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from $1,452, and Turkish Airlines, from $1,508. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $657. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Southern and China Eastern, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport is Dubai.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Khalifa more than anywhere else. Dubai Mall, Gold Souq and Burj Khalifa are located about 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 11.0 km, respectively from Dubai Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dubai can hire a car from Dubai Intl for about $33 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport is Doha.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick 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 Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (average of $1,043). Flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,829). 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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Air ChinaCheapest$1,032Average$1,796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$1,254Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,462Average$1,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,485Average$1,796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,658Average$2,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,787Average$2,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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