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Cheapest return fare
$1,454
Typical prices: $1,579-$2,075
China Southern
Thu 5/11Fri 20/11
LGW - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$806
Typical prices: $809-$1,335
China Eastern
Fri 18/9
LGW - SYD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Gatwick and Sydney. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,438 (return)
Shortest trip • 21h 35m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Sydney (LGW-SYD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Sydney

Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Southern Logo
09:50 - 20:20LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
11:25 - 17:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
40h 55m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Zhengzhou
$1,454China Southern
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 - 08:05LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 30m1 stop Beijing Capital
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:15 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
26h 15m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,454Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 14:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
27h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,456China Eastern
Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Eastern Logo
17:00 - 10:00LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 14:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
27h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,456China Eastern
Thu, 5 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
China Eastern Logo
10:30 - 09:05LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
59h 35m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 14:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
37h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$1,457China Eastern
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Air China Logo
11:35 - 08:30LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
10:40 - 05:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
30h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,458Air China
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 27 Feb
China Southern Logo
09:50 - 07:30LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
58h 40m3 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Shenzhen
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 06:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
43h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$1,458China Southern
Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Emirates Logo
09:40 - 18:35LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 11:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
24h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,481Emirates
Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Emirates Logo
13:35 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
06:00 - 20:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,481Emirates
Mon, 30 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Emirates Logo
09:40 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
06:00 - 18:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-LGW London Gatwick
23h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,481Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Gatwick to Sydney flights

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

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Sydney from London Gatwick Airport usually cost between $1,578 and $2,041 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,454 on China Southern (5 Nov–20 Nov).

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

The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney is May, where tickets cost $1,696 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,510 and $2,377 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$806
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney

When to book flights from Gatwick to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Sydney 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 London Gatwick Airport to Sydney flights

  • Will I need to switch planes between London Gatwick and Sydney?

    As there aren't any direct flights from London Gatwick to Sydney, you'll change planes no matter which ticket you book. The popular one-stop flights, like those flown by Emirates, stop at Dubai International Airport (DBX), while Qatar Airways stops for a plane change at Doha International (DOH). On the common airline-combination flights, you'll fly out on Vueling and switch to Asiana Airlines at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN).

  • What's the recommended way to get to and from the airports?

    You can get from Central London in about 30min by boarding a Southern Service train, leaving from Victoria Station. Your other option is to take a Jayride Shuttle, which you can order on demand. This will take about 50min to get you to the airport, which is quite far to the south of London city centre. From Sydney Airport, catch an NSW train to Central Station. This will take about 12min. Otherwise, a Murrays Coaches bus will get you from Terminal 3 to central Sydney in about 15min.

  • Which airlines offer sustainable flights on this route?

    Book the flights that use a combination of airlines to reduce your carbon emissions from Gatwick to Sydney. You can save almost 30% in CO2 emissions by booking with Vueling. The airline offers a two-stop flight that first lands at Paris Orly Airport (ORY), where you'll switch to Air India. You'll then fly to New Delhi before the final leg to Sydney. We make it easy for you to find these flights – use the CO2 filter on our live timetable pages.

  • What disability assistance is available at these airports?

    Gatwick Airport has some of the best limited-mobility and hidden-disability amenities in the world. All you need do is book at least 48h ahead, either through a travel agency or your airline. You'll be met at the entrance or car park and assisted with any needs. The airport also has step-free access and accessible facilities throughout. The same is true of Sydney Airport, which also has induction loops, hidden-disability assistance points and visual-impairment support. There's also an assistance-animal relief area.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney was $806 for a one-way ticket and $1,454 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Sydney.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Sydney, Emirates or China Eastern?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Sydney are Emirates and China Eastern. With an average price for the route of $2,079 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. China Eastern is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,605 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Sydney?

    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 London Gatwick Airport to Sydney.

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

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

    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 Sydney with an airline and back to London Gatwick Airport with another airline.

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

    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 Sydney from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Sydney

  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW) has a free general departures lounge, where you can get snacks and drinks. You can also wait in one of the airport's VIP lounges, open to anyone for a fee. These have quiet areas and tended bars, and you can order hot or cold meals.
  • No matter the flight you choose, you'll land at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), the only international airport in the city. It serves the entire state of New South Wales, including other coastal cities like Newcastle, Nelson Bay and Wollongong.
  • Gatwick Airport is one of the major airports in the UK and has all the facilities a modern traveller needs. It has many restaurants and cafes, bars and takeaway kiosks, plus a wide range of shops. Children can play safely in the supervised play area, and there's a generous duty-free section.
  • If you need assistance with anything at Sydney Airport – from directions to first aid – simply look around for one of the many Airport Ambassadors. You'll be able to pick them out by their bright-blue jackets.
  • Travelling with a baby presents no obstacles thanks to the amenities at Gatwick Airport. There are feeding rooms equipped with baby chairs, microwaves and bottle warmers. Baby-changing rooms are also available in the Departures area after security.

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