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£455 Find Cheap Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney – Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Gatwick to Sydney departing on 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
£812
Typical prices: £860-£1,125
China Southern
Mon 2/11Fri 20/11
LGW - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£455
Typical prices: £405-£847
China Eastern
Wed 28/10
LGW - SYD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Gatwick and Sydney. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £963 (return)
Shortest trip • 22h 35m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Sydney (LGW-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Gatwick to Sydney 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Mon, 2 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Southern Logo
09:50 - 20:20LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
15:15 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
26h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£812China Southern
Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 09:05LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
59h 35m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 14:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£812China Eastern
Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:30 - 13:35LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
30h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£812Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 08:30LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
52h 40m2 stops Madrid Barajas Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
29h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£813Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
China Eastern Logo
22:00 - 09:00LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
26h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
20:30 - 15:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
27h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
£813China Eastern
Tue, 5 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb
China Southern Logo
20:20 - 13:35LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 15m2 stops Zhengzhou Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
15:15 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
26h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£814China Southern
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
08:35 - 06:50LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 05:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
42h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£820Qatar Airways
Thu, 26 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
08:40 - 06:50LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:10 - 05:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
43h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£846Qatar Airways
Sun, 27 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Emirates Logo
10:05 - 18:05LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 12:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
24h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
£877Emirates
Thu, 24 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Emirates Logo
14:35 - 22:05LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
22h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:10 - 12:35SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
£877Emirates
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Gatwick to Sydney flights

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

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sydney from London Gatwick Airport usually cost between £1,059 and £1,316 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £812 on China Southern (2 Nov–20 Nov).

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

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 Sydney, 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 Sydney is May, where tickets cost £877 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,339 and £1,195 respectively.

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

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 Sydney, 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 the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£455
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney

When to book flights from Gatwick to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London Gatwick Airport to Sydney flights

  • Will I need to switch planes between London Gatwick and Sydney?

    As there aren't any direct flights from London Gatwick to Sydney, you'll change planes no matter which ticket you book. The popular one-stop flights, like those flown by Emirates, stop at Dubai International Airport (DBX), while Qatar Airways stops for a plane change at Doha International (DOH). On the common airline-combination flights, you'll fly out on Vueling and switch to Asiana Airlines at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).

  • What's the recommended way to get to and from the airports?

    You can get from Central London in about 30min by boarding a Southern Service train, leaving from Victoria Station. Your other option is to take a Jayride Shuttle, which you can order on demand. This will take about 50min to get you to the airport, which is quite far to the south of London city centre. From Sydney Airport, catch an NSW train to Central Station. This will take about 12min. Otherwise, a Murrays Coaches bus will get you from Terminal 3 to central Sydney in about 15min.

  • Which airlines offer sustainable flights on this route?

    Book the flights that use a combination of airlines to reduce your carbon emissions from Gatwick to Sydney. You can save almost 30% in CO2 emissions by booking with Vueling. The airline offers a two-stop flight that first lands at Paris Orly Airport (ORY), where you'll switch to Air India. You'll then fly to New Delhi before the final leg to Sydney. We make it easy for you to find these flights – use the CO2 filter on our live timetable pages.

  • What disability assistance is available at these airports?

    Gatwick Airport has some of the best limited-mobility and hidden-disability amenities in the world. All you need do is book at least 48h ahead, either through a travel agency or your airline. You'll be met at the entrance or car park and assisted with any needs. The airport also has step-free access and accessible facilities throughout. The same is true of Sydney Airport, which also has induction loops, hidden-disability assistance points and visual-impairment support. There's also an assistance-animal relief area.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney was £455 for a one-way ticket and £812 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    London Gatwick Airport and Sydney are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave London Gatwick Airport from London Gatwick and will be arriving at Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Sydney, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Sydney, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Sydney are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of £1,322 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £1,083 and an overall rating of 8.1.

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

    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 Sydney.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from London Gatwick Airport 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 Sydney?

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

    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 to Sydney from London Gatwick Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has a free general departures lounge, where you can get snacks and drinks. You can also wait in one of the airport's VIP lounges, open to anyone for a fee. These have quiet areas and tended bars, and you can order hot or cold meals.
  • No matter the flight you choose, you'll land at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), the only international airport in the city. It serves the entire state of New South Wales, including other coastal cities like Newcastle, Nelson Bay and Wollongong.
  • Gatwick Airport is one of the major airports in the UK and has all the facilities a modern traveller needs. It has many restaurants and cafes, bars and takeaway kiosks, plus a wide range of shops. Children can play safely in the supervised play area, and there's a generous duty-free section.
  • If you need assistance with anything at Sydney Airport – from directions to first aid – simply look around for one of the many Airport Ambassadors. You'll be able to pick them out by their bright-blue jackets.
  • Travelling with a baby presents no obstacles thanks to the amenities at Gatwick Airport. There are feeding rooms equipped with baby chairs, microwaves and bottle warmers. Baby-changing rooms are also available in the Departures area after security.

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