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£351 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) 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 11/5. 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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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£661
Overall average: £864
Air China
Fri 22/5Fri 29/5
MEL - LGW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£351
Typical prices: £404-£519
China Southern
Mon 11/5
MEL - LGW • 2 stops
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Air China
Cheapest • from £661 (return)
China Eastern
Best reviews • 7.2 score
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Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Gatwick. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Doha (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg £1,217 (return)
Doha (DOH)
Shortest trip • 23h 47m (one-way)
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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August
Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Gatwick (MEL-LGW)

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

Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Gatwick

Fri, 22 May - Fri, 29 May
Air China Logo
19:40 - 06:35
MEL
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LGW
43h 55m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 14:55
LGW
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MEL
41h 20m
1 stop
£661Air China
Thu, 14 May - Sun, 14 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 15:00
MEL
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LGW
37h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
17:55 - 09:00
LGW
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MEL
30h 05m
1 stop
£662China Eastern
Wed, 13 May - Wed, 10 Jun
Air China Logo
19:40 - 06:35
MEL
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LGW
43h 55m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 14:55
LGW
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MEL
41h 20m
1 stop
£663Air China
Wed, 6 May - Fri, 29 May
Air China Logo
19:40 - 06:35
MEL
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LGW
43h 55m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 14:55
LGW
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MEL
41h 20m
1 stop
£665Air China
Thu, 14 May - Mon, 1 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 06:40
MEL
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LGW
28h 40m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
18:00 - 09:00
LGW
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MEL
30h 00m
1 stop
£666China Eastern
Fri, 15 May - Sat, 6 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 15:00
MEL
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LGW
37h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
11:35 - 09:00
LGW
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MEL
36h 25m
1 stop
£667China Eastern
Mon, 25 May - Fri, 29 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:20 - 18:30
MEL
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LGW
41h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 14:55
LGW
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MEL
41h 20m
1 stop
£667Multiple Airlines
Wed, 15 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr
Air China Logo
19:40 - 06:35
MEL
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LGW
43h 55m
1 stop
Air China Logo
12:35 - 14:55
LGW
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MEL
41h 20m
1 stop
£668Air China
Wed, 13 May - Tue, 19 May
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 06:30
MEL
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LGW
29h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 19:20
LGW
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MEL
36h 50m
2 stops
£669China Southern
Fri, 15 May - Mon, 1 Jun
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 18:30
MEL
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LGW
41h 10m
2 stops
China Southern Logo
11:40 - 19:20
LGW
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MEL
22h 40m
1 stop
£670China Southern
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Melbourne to Gatwick flights

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 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 round-trip 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 August, where tickets cost £803 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,348 and £1,146 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to London Gatwick Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£351
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive 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.
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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 £351 for a one-way ticket and £661 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 is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and London Gatwick Airport.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport 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.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Melbourne to Gatwick

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Melbourne to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.2
China EasternOverall score based on 198 reviews
6.1Entertainment
7.2Comfort
6.8Food
7.8Crew
7.6Boarding
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The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

8.0 ExcellentRan, Mar 2026
FCO - PVG
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The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

2 parts to the journey. First leg covered in a newer plane with decent staff + POOR FOOD QUALITY but the second half didn’t leave a positive impression at all as the plane itself was an older built and the crew didn’t serve properly. Language is an issue with China Eastern flights as always, but unmotivated crew just makes it even bad.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Everything you need to know for your flight from Melbourne to Gatwick

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL)
Gatwick (LGW)