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Cheapest Flights from London (LGW) to Melbourne (MEL)

Airfares from Gatwick to Tullamarine for one-way flights were as low as AU$914 and round trip flights were AU$2,140 within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Emirates
Tue., 17 Sep. - Fri., 27 Sep.
LGW
Gatwick
MEL
Tullamarine
AU$2,140 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$2,140
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue., 17 Sep. from Gatwick to Tullamarine, returning Fri., 27 Sep., priced at AU$2,140 found 6 days ago
Emirates
Tue., 17 Sep. - Fri., 27 Sep.
LGW
Gatwick
MEL
Tullamarine
AU$2,535 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$2,535
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Tue., 17 Sep. from Gatwick to Tullamarine, returning Fri., 27 Sep., priced at AU$2,535 found 6 days ago
Emirates
Mon., 24 Jun. - Sat., 27 Jul.
LGW
Gatwick
MEL
Tullamarine
AU$2,601 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$2,601
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon., 24 Jun. from Gatwick to Tullamarine, returning Sat., 27 Jul., priced at AU$2,601 found 20 hours ago
Emirates
Mon., 24 Jun. - Sat., 27 Jul.
LGW
Gatwick
MEL
Tullamarine
AU$2,612 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$2,612
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon., 24 Jun. from Gatwick to Tullamarine, returning Sat., 27 Jul., priced at AU$2,612 found 20 hours ago
Emirates
Mon., 24 Jun. - Sat., 27 Jul.
LGW
Gatwick
MEL
Tullamarine
AU$2,646 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$2,646
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Mon., 24 Jun. from Gatwick to Tullamarine, returning Sat., 27 Jul., priced at AU$2,646 found 20 hours ago

Best Day to Book Flight from London (LGW) to Melbourne (MEL)

London to Melbourne Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from London (LGW) to Melbourne (MEL)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest London to Melbourne flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top LGW to MEL routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Gatwick
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
LGW
Traveling To
Tullamarine
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
MEL
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
 hours mins
Direct Flight Time
 hours mins
Flight Price
AU$2,140

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from LGW to MEL?
The journey from Gatwick to Melbourne takes around 20 hours and 15 minutes. To put it mildly, it’s a big chunk of time. Bring a good book and load up your laptop with movies to help while away the time.
What airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to MEL?
You can’t travel directly between LGW and Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at this point in time, but Qantas, Emirates and Iberia all offer flights with just one easy stopover. Why not take advantage of that layover? Have a good stretch of the legs or indulge in some shopping — see, there’s always a bright side!
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Melbourne VIC,
Australia
IATA code:
MEL
Longitude:
144.843013
Latitude:
-37.673295
Time zone:
Australia/Sydney
Address:
London EN,
United Kingdom
IATA code:
LGW
Longitude:
-0.177416
Latitude:
51.150836
Time zone:
Europe/London

London to Melbourne Flight Deals from AU$2,140

Considering a quick trip to Melbourne, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from LGW to MEL. With heaps of cheap fares from London, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Melbourne from London  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Melbourne from London from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Melbourne in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Melbourne from London 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$2,140 and rising to AU$2,646 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from London to Melbourne today!  

Find cheap airfares to Melbourne from London 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near London and Melbourne
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

Reasons to book your flights to Melbourne from London with Wotif

Wotif is a super-easy way to find the best flight for you to Melbourne. Get more bang for your buck on flight and hotel or car rental combos and download the free Wotif app to tap into exclusive deals. Book now with Wotif and have a great flight!

 

Great places to stay after flight from London to Melbourne

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
10-14 Centre Road, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is AU$208 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
AU$208
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel for the money and proximity to airport"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
Arrival Drive, Melbourne Airport, VIC
The price is AU$275 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$275
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,177 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a stop over, only bad points and not the hotels fault is that there is nothing close by, except the airport. So have to uber, taxi etc to fill in time"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
Mantra Melbourne Airport
Mantra Melbourne Airport
4.5 out of 5
2 Trade Park Drive, Tullamarine, VIC
The price is AU$209 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$209
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly hotel in Melbourne. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel, great room, amazing service, top restaurant. Comfortable bed, great bathroom."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Mantra Melbourne Airport
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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