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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Australia

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Sydney
Sydney3 stops£743
Melbourne
Melbourne1 stop£740
Perth
Perth2 stops£893
Brisbane
Brisbane1 stop£844
Adelaide
Adelaide3 stops£909
Cairns
Cairns3 stops£1,089
Hobart
Hobart2 stops£915
Coolangatta
Coolangatta2 stops£998
Darwin
Darwin3 stops£1,050
Canberra
Canberra2 stops£955
Proserpine
Proserpine2 stops£2,031
Townsville
Townsville3 stops£1,094
Launceston
Launceston2 stops£1,289
Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island2 stops£2,444
Mackay
Mackay2 stops£1,268
Sydney
Sydney3 stops£743
Melbourne
Melbourne1 stop£740
Perth
Perth2 stops£893
Brisbane
Brisbane1 stop£844
Adelaide
Adelaide3 stops£909
Cairns
Cairns3 stops£1,089
Hobart
Hobart2 stops£915
Coolangatta
Coolangatta2 stops£998
Darwin
Darwin3 stops£1,050
Canberra
Canberra2 stops£955
Proserpine
Proserpine2 stops£2,031
Townsville
Townsville3 stops£1,094
Launceston
Launceston2 stops£1,289
Hamilton Island
Hamilton Island2 stops£2,444
Mackay
Mackay2 stops£1,268

Book Cheap Gatwick to Australia Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Gatwick to Australia that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Australia

Sat, 15 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00LGW-MEL
30h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 14:00MEL-LGW
37h 00m1 stop
£740China Eastern
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 8 Oct
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12:35 - 14:35LGW-MEL
41h 00m1 stop
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22:20 - 16:15MEL-LGW
27h 55m2 stops
Tue, 23 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:55 - 04:40LGW-MEL
32h 45m3 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:00 - 22:20MEL-LGW
48h 20m3 stops
£745Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 23 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
05:30 - 04:40LGW-MEL
38h 10m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:00 - 22:20MEL-LGW
48h 20m2 stops
£747Turkish Airlines
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Sun, 7 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 11:55LGW-PER
19h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 13:25PER-LGW
28h 15m1 stop
£901Qatar Airways
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Mon, 8 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 11:10LGW-PER
19h 10m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 06:40PER-LGW
21h 30m1 stop
£904Qatar Airways
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Tue, 21 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:00 - 08:25LGW-ADL
36h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:35 - 06:25ADL-LGW
46h 20m1 stop
£915Singapore Airlines
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Sun, 2 Nov - Sun, 30 Nov
Emirates Logo
09:40 - 20:50LGW-ADL
24h 40m1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:40 - 06:40ADL-LGW
42h 30m1 stop
£944Emirates
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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
Emirates Logo
09:40 - 20:50LGW-ADL
24h 40m1 stop
Emirates Logo
22:40 - 11:40ADL-LGW
23h 30m1 stop
£969Emirates
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:00 - 08:25LGW-ADL
36h 55m1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:15 - 06:25ADL-LGW
54h 40m1 stop
£976Singapore Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Gatwick to Australia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Gatwick to Australia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia is May, when tickets cost £865 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of return tickets is £1,304 and £1,261 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Australia, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Australia, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Australia

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight£410
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 31% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cairns

FAQs - booking Australia flights

  • Which flights offer sustainable travel on this route?

    Several flight options take CO2 emissions reduction into consideration. Wizz Air offers a flight that can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 45% compared to other flights. The flight includes two stops. The first is at Vienna International (VIE), where you'll have a self-transfer. Try to use sustainable methods for the transfer to reduce your carbon footprint further. Catching the train is the most environmentally friendly way to connect.

  • Are there direct flights from London to Australia?

    You'll find two or three direct flights for this route that leave daily. Direct flights are the most expensive ticket options but have the shortest travel times. Qantas Airways and British Airways offer direct flights to Australia.

  • Are there direct flights from London Gatwick Airport?

    When flying into Canberra Airport (CBR) in the Australian Capital Territory, you won't find direct flights from London Gatwick Airport. All available flights include one or two stops, most likely at Doha Hamad International (DOH).

  • Which are the cheapest flights from London to Australia?

    Two-stop flights are the cheapest options but have the longest travel times. The total travel time is double that of a direct flight. Most two-stop flights leave from London Gatwick Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from London Gatwick Airport to Australia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Australia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost £1,122 on average. Morning departures are around 12% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Australia is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £1,400.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Gatwick Airport to Australia

  • When looking for flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Australia, it's helpful to know what the departure process is like at Gatwick Airport. You should arrive at least two hours before your flight to get through security comfortably. There are two departure terminals, north and south, which you can see on your ticket. If you are at the wrong terminal, there is a free shuttle service connecting the two, which runs 24/7.
  • Getting from the centre of London to Gatwick Airport is easy. The fastest way to make the trip is on the Gatwick Express. The train leaves London Victoria Station every 15 minutes. EasyBus offers the cheapest way to get to the airport, and if you book well in advance, you'll find the best bus deals.
  • If you have time to kill before your flight from Gatwick Airport (LGW), you'll find several lounges that offer entry to passengers at a fee. No1 Lounge and Clubrooms are the most popular. The airport is also a hub for airline lounges. Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways have luxury lounges for their customers.
  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is a common arrival airport for flights on this route. The airport is in Mascot, Sydney. There are several ways to get from the airport to Sydney's city centre. You can hire a car at the airport and drive. The trip takes about 25 minutes in regular traffic. You'll also find taxis and ride-share services at the priority pick-up area. The train is the fastest way. You can catch the train from the northern end of the arrivals terminal.
  • If you are travelling with kids to Kingsford Smith Airport, there's a range of services for travelling families. You'll find a children's play area in each terminal and dedicated family queues to speed up going through security with the little ones. In addition, parent room facilities are available where you can change and feed your baby in a private and safe environment.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Gatwick to Australia

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Gatwick to Australia? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3318 reviews
8.3Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
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We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

10.0 ExcellentSue, Jul 2025MAN - DXB
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We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

The queue for checking for economy passengers was enormous! Only one desk open for economy faith s queue a mile long, whilst business and first class desks empty and unemployed. Will seriously consider changing to another next trip. Disappointed customer.

The seating is spaced out nicely, The crew could have offer more drinks.

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

Good flight overall. Good options of food on NY-Dubai-Mumbai leg. Not that good reversing back. The flight crew is courteous and professional as always. The seating was much more comfortable going into Mumbai than coming back. Cheers!

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Excellent comfort and entertainment. Service poor..Food average with little choice.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Very bad groud crew taking bags less than 7kg Bad food Old plane

The business class seats were very uncomfortable. When in lie flat position my legs were very restricted.

The staff on the plane were attentive and friendly. The frustration with the cabin crew was that we were served second to special diet people. And, we were in economy section. The boarding staff was mediocre. Got scolded for requesting to sit with spouse on 14 hours long flight home. Was told they cannot break up families for us. Didn’t understand how we were denied sitting together as we are husband and wife. After many words of exchange, we were accommodated. Cleaning crew did a horrible job! Bathrooms were unsanitary or dirty from beginning of flight! Didn’t expect sparkling as its economy, but did except decent.

Crew and service excellent. 2 hour delay for takeoff. SQ app showed flight on time.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

Construction at PDX resulting in very lung walk from the rental car to the gate. SFO, extremely long walk between terminals to get to connecting Singapore airlines flight. My smart watch recorded a total of 3 miles.

Loved the airline with the exception of their carry on limitations. They enforce a strict 7 kilo limit for carry on baggage which is ridiculous. We traveled from SFO to SIN with carry on with no difficulty yet when we checked in Delhi they forced us to check the carry on bags. The weight of our carry on bags were 11 and 12 kilos and while they exceeded the limitations set by Singapore Airlines they were well under weight limitations set by may other carriers. Interestingly my wife and I were each allowed two 22 KG bags to check in addition to the 7 kg carry on for a total weight of 102 KG's. Our total weight with the one bag we planned to check and our two carry ons was 46 kgs.

Delayed 1hour due to storm still didn't get window seat for third flight despite paying £240 extra to book them

It was very good experience on board to Sydney with SQ.

Flight from SFO did not include entertainment as it was not working the entire duration of the flight. Was informed that there would be a $350 voucher for the inconvenience. Uncertain how the voucher will be provided.

The staff on Singapore Airlines was incredible. I would like to commend LS Reuben from my SQ37 flight on November 19th, 2024, from LAX to Singapore, for his outstanding service and care. During the flight, one of my earbuds—brand new and valued at nearly $300—fell out and became lodged in the box controlling the in-flight entertainment system. I was understandably upset, but Reuben went above and beyond to assist me in this tough situation. Reuben demonstrated exceptional determination and empathy. Instead of suggesting we wait for an engineer, he immediately took action, spending almost 30 minutes searching for the earbud. He even got down on the floor to ensure it was recovered. His genuine concern and persistence made all the difference and turned a frustrating situation into one where I felt truly valued as a passenger. Reuben is a shining example of the remarkable service that sets Singapore Airlines apart. His dedication and willingness to go the extra mile left a lasting impression, and I want to sincerely thank him for his kindness and professionalism.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Indigo airlines is terrible. Staff is awful and so disorganized. They are so rude and unhelpful. I will never travel on Indigo airlines again!!!!!

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

The seats were uncomfortable. The service was poor. We bought internet for my family and myself and it didn’t work. The charger for our phone didn’t work. The service seemed like they were tired and exhausted and seemed a bit upset. It was not a good flight. Our flight from miami to Qatar was great but from Qatar to Tokyo was simply awful

The staff was great and probably that's the single most thing that distinguished this particular Qatar flight from my average typical experience. They genuinely wanted to please you and do their best.

It was ok, not much more can be said, as long as airlines/aircraft manufacturers insist on cramming in as many seats as possible....best of a bad situations, seats are simply too uncomfortable to sit in for more than a few hours. Lack of flexible headrests not a help on long overnight flights either.

The only thing that could have been better, is that the food trays get left way to long after a meal. We had a snack 8 hrs into the trip, and they left us with the boxes and cups for way too long. It is not fun being trapped in your seat unnecessarily

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

Was downgraded from business to economy due to a faulty seat in business class. However when I boarded the plane there were no less than 5 free business class seats. Will never fly Qatar Airways again

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

We missed the connection because we had to wait for a shuttle from the plane to the Terminal. Also, we needed assistance and none was available.

When we arrived at the airport - 1st step - printing out your boarding pass - no issue. Not long lines as these machines. 2nd step - processing your bag drop off. There was only one associate there to help 10 kiosks. We had a family in front of us for 20 minutes trying to work on the machine and figure out every step for 4 pieces of luggage. My husband alerted the associate who was able to assist the family. Highly suggest that there are more associates to assist in this process. Besides this issue, security check went very quickly. Our flight was direct to Philadelphia. We had to carry our bags down two flights of steps, then out to the tarmac to a bus, then carry our bags up two flights of stairs to the plane. No one on the flight was expecting that long trek. I could see some people were struggling a bit. All in all - great flight crew, plane was clean and food was great!

The space is tight. Either you sit straight up the whole time, but the minute you relax, your knees hit the back of the seat in front of you. My seat would not recline so I was quite uncomfortable. Didn’t use my tray table bc it was stained and sticky and nasty. I was also seating in one of the last rows and one crew member and people going to the bathroom kept hitting my elbow resting on the armrest.

Flight was delayed for 2h. Announcements were poor and I was given 1 biscuit and a bottle of water as consolation. Not happy.

There were no gluten-free vegan options available, so food was very limited on this flight, and some of the crew weren’t especially helpful about it. To make matters worse, a passenger was sick on board, and although the area was cleaned, the smell lingered for the rest of the journey. On top of that, we ended up circling for an extra hour, which only made the unpleasant situation drag on even longer.

The crew’s professionalism was top notch and the food and drinks available were excellent. I only ask that we get the refurbished 777’s on the London to Bermuda route that I had for the London to Singapore leg. The updated infotainment system is much better than the older version

Checking in prior on line and wait time at Gatwick was terrible. I would rate a big fat ZERO.

I checked in to bags, one arrived one was delayed. I did not receive the bag for 4 days - arrived on Tuesday, received bag on Saturday!

It was ok. Our flight was delayed 2 hours, and then again on arrival. The explanation given felt feeble.

The booking agent, cheapflightsfares, messed up, and the information for the seats we paid extra for was not sent to American Airlines. We were separated on the return flight and sent to the lowest economy section. The flight attendant helped arrange seating at the back of the plane to allow my wife and me to sit together.

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