How long does it take to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Flight times from Australia to London Gatwick Airport vary, but if you’re flying out of Perth and flying into London Heathrow Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 17h 30m on average. Another popular route from Australia to London Gatwick Airport is flying from Adelaide to London Heathrow Airport, which will take roughly 23h 20m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to London Gatwick Airport?

Emirates, Singapore Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport from Australia according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to London Gatwick Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to London Gatwick Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to London Gatwick?

China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to London Gatwick

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

There are 8 operators available for flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to London Gatwick Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London Gatwick Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:00 - 06:30MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

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17:00 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,388China Eastern

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

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17:00 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

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$1,389China Eastern

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22:30 - 15:00MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

26h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:10 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

59h 50m2 stops Dublin Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,399Multiple Airlines

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23:25 - 17:20MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

28h 55m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou

09:50 - 21:30LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,402China Southern

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20:40 - 06:35MEL Melbourne-LGW London Gatwick

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11:35 - 16:05LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

41h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,407Air China

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30h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

20:20 - 21:30LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

38h 10m2 stops Zhengzhou Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,422China Southern

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21:35 - 16:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick

29h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

06:30 - 19:25LGW London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 55m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,519Turkish Airlines

Sun, 7 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb

21:35 - 16:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick

29h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul

07:00 - 19:05LGW London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 05m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,529Turkish Airlines

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15:10 - 05:55BNE Brisbane-LGW London Gatwick

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08:35 - 22:55LGW London Gatwick-BNE Brisbane

28h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,562Qatar Airways

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16:05 - 05:55PER Perth-LGW London Gatwick

21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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$1,598Qatar Airways

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41h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,409Air China

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37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

18:00 - 10:00LGW London Gatwick-MEL Melbourne

30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,427China Eastern

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28h 35m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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30h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,435China Eastern

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39h 00m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi

$1,608Turkish Airlines

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06:30 - 19:25LGW London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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$1,614Turkish Airlines

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21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,742Emirates

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25h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

13:35 - 22:30LGW London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,765Emirates

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China Eastern flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport

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China Eastern

7 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

29h 30m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

21 Nov

LGW17:00London Gatwick

30h 00m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,388

China Eastern

7 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

37h 00m

1 stop

LGW14:00London Gatwick

29 Nov

LGW17:00London Gatwick

30h 00m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,389

China Eastern

15 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

37h 00m

1 stop

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12 Nov

LGW10:30London Gatwick

36h 30m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,395

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16 Nov

MEL23:25Melbourne

28h 55m

2 stops

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23 Nov

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24h 40m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,402

China Southern

5 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

30h 05m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

24 Nov

LGW20:20London Gatwick

38h 10m

2 stops

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,422

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4 Feb

MEL11:25Melbourne

30h 05m

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$1,428

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$1,422

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$1,519

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07:00-19:05

2 stops27h 05m

$1,529

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15:10-05:55

1 stop24h 45m

London Gatwick

Mon 22/2

08:35-22:55

1 stop28h 20m

$1,562

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PER Perth - LGW London Gatwick

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Mon 8/3

16:05-05:55

1 stop21h 50m

London Gatwick

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08:35-12:20

1 stop19h 45m

$1,598

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

The cheapest month to fly to London Gatwick Airport from Australia is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,673, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to London Gatwick Airport in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Australia to London Gatwick Airport during March average around $1,707.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London Gatwick Airport from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London Gatwick Airport for around $1,998 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London Gatwick Airport from Australia for as low as $1,611 on momondo.

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Best price found	$596
Fastest flight time	21h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to London Gatwick Airport from Australia in the past 72 hours is $596. The best return flight deal from Australia to London Gatwick Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,388.

The fastest flight from Australia to London Gatwick Airport takes 21h 50m

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Prices for flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from Australia to London Gatwick Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to London Gatwick Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to London Gatwick Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London Gatwick Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your London Gatwick Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London Gatwick Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $878	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 479 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
AirAsia X	PriceFrom $960	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $999	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 174 reviews	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,024	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 244 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,146	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,458 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,191	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,619 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,304	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,528	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,667 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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