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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from $754

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in May or November, booked 33 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,416

One-way from

$754

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,917
8/5-15/5
  • 8/5-15/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 88h 05m total
  • London to Melbourne
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10/5
  • 10/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • London to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($415 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($121 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Fri 9/518:40LGW - MEL
1 stop29h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 16/511:00MEL - LGW
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/3$1,408
Thu 8/507:10LGW - MEL
2 stops52h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/513:00MEL - LGW
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,416
Thu 8/517:15LGW - MEL
2 stops41h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 21/521:20MEL - LGW
2 stops48h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,621
Mon 20/1012:00LGW - MEL
1 stop35h 40mChina Southern
Mon 3/1111:25MEL - LGW
2 stops40h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3$1,661
Sun 28/1211:35LGW - MEL
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Fri 13/220:15MEL - LGW
1 stop44h 20mAir China
Deal found 24/3$1,817
Mon 27/1009:20LGW - MEL
1 stop25h 05mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/1216:40MEL - LGW
1 stop24h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,923
Tue 24/609:00LGW - MEL
1 stop29h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 15/715:15MEL - LGW
1 stop24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,971

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 25 March 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

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

07:10-20:15

2 stops52h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 15/5

13:00-16:00

2 stops36h 00m

$1,416

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 9/5

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

11:00-15:00

1 stop37h 00m

$1,417

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

17:15-19:25

2 stops41h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 21/5

21:20-13:00

2 stops48h 40m

$1,621

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 10/9

10:15-17:10

1 stop21h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

09:15-06:25

1 stop30h 10m

$1,952

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 26/6

12:00-08:40

1 stop35h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 10/7

10:20-07:10

1 stop29h 50m

$2,012

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 10/5

07:10-22:30

3 stops54h 20m

$754

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 5/5

11:35-09:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,031

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 31/3

09:00-17:50

1 stop22h 50m

$1,172

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Fri 5/9

10:15-20:35

1 stop25h 20m

$1,389

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 23/4

10:05-16:40

1 stop21h 35m

$1,486

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Gatwick with our price prediction graph.
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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 21 March 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 33 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 25 March 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.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

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 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Melbourne, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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
7.4
Good
91 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

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 Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,417 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines, starting at $1,621 and $1,952 round-trip. China Eastern is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,031. Qatar Airways flights start at $1,172 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $1,389 one-way.

  • 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, 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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