Goose has spotted a properly tempting Australia fare here. Melbourne for under £500 return is the sort of price that makes a long-haul escape suddenly feel a lot more achievable — especially when checked baggage is included too.
✈️ London Gatwick (LGW) → Melbourne (MEL)
💷 From £462 return per person
📅 Selected September 2026 dates
🧳 Checked baggage + hand luggage included
🎟️ Economy return flights
At this price, Melbourne makes a cracking jumping-off point for an Australian adventure. Spend a few days working through the city's cafés, laneways and bars, head down the Great Ocean Road, explore Victoria's wine country, or use Melbourne as the start of a longer trip around Australia.
Flights between Gatwick and Melbourne normally require at least one stop, so check the connection times carefully when choosing your dates. Current fares for this route can be considerably higher, making anything around the £462 mark particularly eye-catching.
Good to know
Prices are based on selected dates and can change quickly with availability. Double-check your exact baggage allowance, flight times, stopovers and fare conditions before booking.