Australia for £461 return is bonkers. London Gatwick to Melbourne is available at that price for 9 to 27 September, while similar September itineraries are hovering around £700.
That is roughly £230 left in your pocket before you have even landed. Flights to Australia do not usually dip below £500, so this is a real stand-out fare for anyone who can make the dates work.
The £461 option is with Air China via Beijing. It is a long-haul trip, so check the stopover length, baggage allowance and final fare conditions before paying. The fare was live on 31 August and prices can move quickly.
How to book
Open this London to Melbourne Skyscanner search and keep the dates at 9 to 27 September 2026. The link is a clean Skyscanner search with no tracking parameters. Check the Air China itinerary details before booking.
FAQs
Which London to Melbourne dates are £461?
The £461 return itinerary is London Gatwick to Melbourne, departing 9 September 2026 and returning 27 September 2026, checked on 31 August 2026.
Why is £461 so cheap for Melbourne?
Comparable London to Melbourne results around the same September travel period were around £700 when we checked. The £461 fare is roughly £230 lower.
What should I check before booking?
This is an Air China itinerary via Beijing. Confirm the stopover length, baggage allowance and final fare conditions before paying.
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