Flying from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
London is 11 hours behind Melbourne. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to LGW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to LGW. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
68% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
It's holiday time, so why not book another night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to LGW flight, treat yourself to a stay at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Reserve a hotel near LGW if you have a late flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from central London. The time it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, $595 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,265. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to LGW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to LGW is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit London based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Melbourne to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Melbourne to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in London when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 193 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Bristol is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.