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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport from £434

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — MEL
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Melbourne are usually found in November or June, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£795

One-way from

£434

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,463
12/3-1/4
  • 12/3-1/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 82h 25m total
  • London to Melbourne
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • London to Melbourne
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High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
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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 19 December 2024.

Thu 26/1215:55LGW - MEL
3 stops107h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop43h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,049
Wed 25/1210:30LGW - MEL
1 stop40h 35mChina Eastern
Sat 18/122:30MEL - LGW
1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/12£1,121
Sat 28/1216:55LGW - MEL
2 stops29h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 13/122:40MEL - LGW
2 stops28h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 18/12£1,529
Tue 31/1208:40LGW - MEL
1 stop28h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 30/117:10MEL - LGW
1 stop23h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12£1,531
Thu 26/1209:40LGW - MEL
1 stop26h 40mEmirates
Sun 19/106:15MEL - LGW
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Deal found 18/12£1,602
Sat 28/1220:25LGW - MEL
2 stops38h 05mChina Southern
Sun 12/111:25MEL - LGW
1 stop30h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 18/12£1,769

Find flights from Gatwick to Melbourne within your budget

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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 10/2

10:30-14:05

1 stop40h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

12:00-06:30

1 stop29h 30m

£796

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Thu 20/3

06:35-07:25

3 stops37h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 16/5

10:20-07:25

1 stop30h 05m

£799

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 19/4

12:00-19:20

1 stop22h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

10:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£866

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 21/4

10:15-20:35

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 12/5

09:15-06:25

1 stop30h 10m

£910

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Wed 12/2

20:25-06:25

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 16/2

03:25-06:40

2 stops38h 15m

£937

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 4/3

16:55-09:25

2 stops29h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

07:00-16:15

3 stops42h 15m

£939

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Tue 11/3

10:10-10:00

2 stops36h 50m

£434

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 24/3

10:30-10:00

1 stop36h 30m

£435

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Mon 3/3

11:40-15:45

2 stops41h 05m

£438

LondonMelbourne

LGW - MEL

LGWMEL

London Gatwick

Sat 1/3

20:25-21:30

2 stops62h 05m

£543

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gatwick to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

Booking 14 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 £1,121). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

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

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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, China Eastern and Emirates from London to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

China Southern
7.5
Good
92 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,901 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

China Eastern
7.0
Good
155 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

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?

    Currently priced at £796, China Eastern will fly you from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport 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 Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £872 and £937, respectively. China Eastern is 23% 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?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £438. Users have also found prices from £442 and £522 on China Eastern and China Southern, respectively.

  • 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 £1,121). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of £1,488). 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£455Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest£495Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest£559Average£760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£642Average£940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£800Average£901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£810Average£1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£821Average£969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest£823Average£1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£857Average£1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest£981Average£1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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