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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney from £412

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SYD
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in November or June, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£655

One-way from

£412

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£975
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 11/5-18/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 05m total
  • London to Sydney
1/6
  • 1/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 25m total
  • London to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£92 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 12 April 2025.

Sun 11/511:35LGW - SYD
2 stops35h 55mChina Eastern
Sun 18/512:00SYD - LGW
2 stops36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/4£655
Sun 11/507:00LGW - SYD
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/512:50SYD - LGW
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£723
Tue 6/521:30LGW - SYD
2 stops37h 10mChina Southern
Fri 16/510:15SYD - LGW
2 stops41h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 11/4£725
Mon 24/1109:20LGW - SYD
1 stop24h 55mSingapore Airlines
Mon 8/1219:10SYD - LGW
1 stop46h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 10/4£867

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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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 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

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sun 11/5

11:35-08:30

2 stops35h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/5

12:00-15:10

2 stops36h 10m

£655

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sun 11/5

07:00-19:40

2 stops27h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/5

12:50-15:50

2 stops36h 00m

£723

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

21:30-19:40

2 stops37h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/5

10:15-18:30

2 stops41h 15m

£725

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

05:30-19:00

2 stops28h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/5

20:55-09:55

2 stops46h 00m

£888

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Sun 1/6

07:10-11:35

2 stops67h 25m

£412

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Thu 1/5

11:35-07:40

2 stops35h 05m

£436

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Mon 8/9

12:00-19:40

1 stop22h 40m

£439

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Wed 21/5

10:15-10:25

1 stop39h 10m

£446

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Fri 20/6

12:35-14:50

1 stop41h 15m

£518

LondonSydney

LGW - SYD

LGWSYD

London Gatwick

Tue 24/6

14:55-06:15

1 stop30h 20m

£521

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Sydney

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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 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney is 54 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 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 £985). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,726). 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 12 April 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 12 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, China Southern and SWISS from London to Sydney by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 airports serve Sydney to Gatwick flights?

    Passengers who are flying to Gatwick from Sydney will find that their flights arrive and depart from the main airports of both locations. The main airport in Sydney is known as Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) and the most popular airport in Gatwick is London Gatwick Airport (LGW.) Both of these airports are popular with some of the top airlines in the market and see flights depart and arrive frequently. There are no direct flights that fly to Gatwick from Sydney so your most common flight will be a flight that require either one or two stopovers. You can choose from a wide selection of popular stopover options to accompany you on your flight to Gatwick. This route can be done so via popular airlines, all of which offer great onboard and offboard facilities.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Sydney to Gatwick?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no direct flights to Gatwick from Sydney. However, you will find some of the most popular airlines flying the route that requires either one or two stopovers. These popular airlines include Qatar Airways, British Airways, Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, Vueling, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, and more. Depending on which airline you choose, the price of the flight will highly differ. You also have the opportunity of an overnight flight but don’t worry, these airlines include a lot of amenities that contribute to great night sleep. You will always find that your flight departs from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and arrives at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).

  • What are the stopover options between Sydney to Gatwick?

    Flights that require either one or two stopovers to Gatwick from Sydney come with a large number of popular stopover options, all of which are highly popular. These popular destinations include Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH), Adelaide Airport (ADL), Istanbul Airport (IST), Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK), Barcelona El-Prat Airport (BCN), and more. Your stopover option can differ depending on a number of factors. This includes when you travel and which airline you’re travelling with. Connecting flights are the perfect option to explore destinations that you may never have visited before. Your stopover destination will also highly influence your flight time duration. It is common to find that flights that require more stopovers are the ones that are cheaper.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Sydney to Gatwick?

    If you are a UK citizen and travelling to Gatwick from Sydney, you will need a valid passport. During your time in Sydney, your passport must be valid throughout the duration of your stay. You will also have had to purchase an applicable visa, which commonly comes at a fee of around $20 (£14.18).

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from London Gatwick?

    For a flight from London Gatwick to Sydney, you will be flying into Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 4.6 mi from the center of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from London Gatwick per day. 13 airlines have flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from London Gatwick on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Sydney, with prices starting at £655. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £725 and £888, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £436. Users have also found prices from £439 and £446 on China Southern and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Dubai travellers tend to visit Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall more than anywhere else. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are located about 4.2 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Those landing in Dubai looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £17 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Theatre are located about 20.3 mi, 8.7 mi, and 20.6 mi, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

  • 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 £985). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,726). 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 10 airlines flying from Gatwick to Sydney

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Sydney. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest£517Average£656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£530Average£798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest£530Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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SWISSCheapest£655Average£880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£714Average£1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£758Average£1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£789Average£1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest£798Average£1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£808Average£1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£820Average£1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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