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£315 Find cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to Gatwick departing on 23/5. 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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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick (MEL-LGW)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Melbourne to Gatwick 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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11:00 - 06:40MEL-LGW
28h 40m1 stop
11:35 - 12:40LGW-MEL
40h 05m1 stop
£651China Eastern
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Thu, 23 May - Thu, 30 May
22:00 - 07:10MEL-LGW
43h 10m1 stop
12:00 - 09:45LGW-MEL
35h 45m1 stop
£652China Southern
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Sun, 13 Oct - Sat, 26 Oct
20:00 - 06:35MEL-LGW
43h 35m1 stop
12:35 - 14:35LGW-MEL
41h 00m1 stop
£653Air China
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Fri, 7 Jun - Mon, 17 Jun
11:00 - 06:40MEL-LGW
28h 40m1 stop
11:35 - 09:00LGW-MEL
36h 25m1 stop
£666China Eastern
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Thu, 23 May - Mon, 27 May
11:00 - 06:40MEL-LGW
28h 40m1 stop
11:35 - 09:00LGW-MEL
36h 25m1 stop
£668China Eastern
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Wed, 22 May - Wed, 5 Jun
20:20 - 12:35MEL-LGW
49h 15m2 stops
06:40 - 14:20LGW-MEL
46h 40m2 stops
£690
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Tue, 21 May - Tue, 4 Jun
20:00 - 06:35MEL-LGW
43h 35m1 stop
12:35 - 14:35LGW-MEL
41h 00m1 stop
£708Air China
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Mon, 19 Aug - Mon, 9 Sep
20:20 - 12:35MEL-LGW
49h 15m2 stops
06:45 - 14:20LGW-MEL
46h 35m2 stops
£780
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Sun, 5 May - Sun, 12 May
14:25 - 17:55MEL-LGW
36h 30m2 stops
18:45 - 05:55LGW-MEL
26h 10m2 stops
£895SWISS
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Wed, 22 May - Wed, 29 May
15:40 - 06:25MEL-LGW
23h 45m1 stop
09:20 - 21:25LGW-MEL
25h 05m1 stop
£903Singapore Airlines
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Thu, 3 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov

Flights from Melbourne to Gatwick - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

The average price of all flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from London Gatwick Airport, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport, 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 Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport is July, where tickets cost £837 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is £1,741 and £1,566 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 29 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for £651 on China Eastern, followed by China Southern (£652). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as £315 on China Eastern and from £325 on Air China.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£315
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.
Flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Gatwick

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Gatwick 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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport flights

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    No, unfortunately you cannot fly direct between Melbourne and Gatwick, but there are plenty of indirect options for you to choose from, should you not mind transferring on the way. Flights with Emirates are a popular option as they have one transfer in Dubai International Airport. You could also choose a flight with Qatar Airways, which will stop in Doha before continuing your journey.

  • Can I stay at a hotel at Melbourne Airport before my flight?

    Yes, there are airport hotels you can stay at ahead of your flight to Gatwick Airport, which is great if you have a flight that departs early from Melbourne. With hotels such as ibis budget being only a short walk from the terminal building, you can arrive at the airport feeling fresh ahead of your long journey.

  • How can I get from London Gatwick Airport to the city centre?

    It’s easy to get from London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London, so you can get your holiday underway efficiently when you land. The Gatwick Express from London Gatwick takes about 30min and is easy to find following the signposts at the airport. It costs about £20 (A$ 35.60) and is a fast option to get to the city centre.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport was £392 for a one-way ticket and £810 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

    Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) airport is called Melbourne and the only airport in London Gatwick Airport is London Gatwick.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport?

    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 Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

    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 London Gatwick Airport with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

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

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

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to London Gatwick Airport

  • You can get to Melbourne Airport (MEL) easily from the centre of the city, making it a great airport to depart from. If you want to get a taxi, it will cost about A$ 60 and take approximately 30min. So you might find it a better option to get the SkyBus, which costs about A$ 12 and takes around 45min.
  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is not only close to the city centre, it’s also great to land at if you want to explore other parts of the UK too. You can get to Brighton and Guildford in about 40min by car.
  • Before you take off, why not enjoy one of the lounges at Melbourne Airport, such as The Lounge House, which costs about A$ 45. This provides you with complimentary snacks and beverages alongside free Wi-Fi.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Melbourne to London found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
23/5Thu
1 stopChina Eastern
28h 40mMEL-LGW
£315
3/7Wed
1 stopAir China
43h 35mMEL-LGW
£325
17/5Fri
2 stops
52h 20mMEL-LGW
£355
20/5Mon
2 stops
59h 55mMEL-LGW
£361
22/7Mon
1 stopChina Southern
29h 50mMEL-LGW
£492
5/6Wed
2 stopsTurkish Airlines
45h 30mMEL-LGW
£512
14/9Sat
2 stopsTurkish Airlines
26h 40mMEL-LGW
£514
3/10Thu
1 stopQatar Airways
24h 25mMEL-LGW
£533
1/5Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
24h 25mMEL-LGW
£547
19/6Wed
1 stopChina Southern
29h 40mMEL-LGW
£554

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Last minute flights from Melbourne to Gatwick

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Melbourne to London that are departing in the next 10 days.
29/4Mon
multi-stop
43h 50mMEL-LGW
6/5Mon
multi-stop
33h 25mLGW-MEL
£929
29/4Mon
multi-stop
33h 40mMEL-LGW
6/5Mon
multi-stop
33h 25mLGW-MEL
£950
29/4Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
28h 00mMEL-LGW
6/5Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
41h 25mLGW-MEL
£1,003
29/4Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
24h 25mMEL-LGW
15/5Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 45mLGW-MEL
£1,004
29/4Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
24h 25mMEL-LGW
19/5Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 45mLGW-MEL
£1,006
28/4Sun
multi-stopEmirates
43h 10mMEL-LGW
29/5Wed
multi-stopEmirates
30h 00mLGW-MEL
£1,127
28/4Sun
multi-stopEmirates
43h 10mMEL-LGW
29/5Wed
multi-stopEmirates
36h 50mLGW-MEL
£1,133
29/4Mon
multi-stopVirgin Australia
24h 25mMEL-LGW
15/5Wed
multi-stopVirgin Australia
27h 05mLGW-MEL
£1,149
25/4Thu
multi-stopVirgin Australia
25h 25mMEL-LGW
11/5Sat
multi-stopVirgin Australia
22h 45mLGW-MEL
£1,166
29/4Mon
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
28h 00mMEL-LGW
15/5Wed
multi-stopTurkish Airlines
29h 45mLGW-MEL
£1,316

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Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) - London Gatwick Airport Flights

Departure:

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL)Australia

Destination:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)United Kingdom

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London Gatwick Airport - Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)

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