Ireland patient guide · Istanbul

LASIK cost Ireland vs Turkey

Irish private LASIK often runs €4,500–€6,500+ for both eyes — surgery only. Istanbul all-inclusive packages include hotel, transfers, and 3-month aftercare.

DUB IST

Dublin to Istanbul Airport

~4 hours · Turkish Airlines, Pegasus

  • Irish LASIK (both eyes) Often €4,500–€6,500+ surgery only
  • Typical saving 65–75% vs surgery-only quotes
  • Istanbul package Hotel + transfers + aftercare included
  • Quote timing After 60-second eligibility check

What Irish private clinics typically charge

Private LASIK and SMILE in Irish commonly falls in the Often €4,500–€6,500+ surgery only range for both eyes — usually the surgical fee alone. Hotel, airport transfers, extended follow-up, and companion logistics are typically extra or not bundled.

Cataract with premium IOL: €3,500–€5,000+ per eye common per eye at many private centres — again before travel costs.

We do not publish fixed Istanbul prices — every plan is personalised after Pentacam screening and surgeon review. Compare like for like: surgery plus hotel nights, VIP transfers, medication, and 3-month aftercare.

Included

Surgery at JCI centre

Named surgeon, written platform names (ZEISS VISUMAX + MEL 90), and pre-op assessment at our accredited eye hospital.

Included

Hotel & transfers

Partner 4★ hotel nights matched to procedure. VIP airport meet at IST or SAW and all hospital transfers.

Included

Aftercare at home

3-month video follow-up with your Istanbul surgeon. English discharge summary for your Irish optometrist.

Procedure-by-procedure context

LASIK / SMILE Pro: Largest visible gap — Irish rarely bundles travel and extended aftercare.

ICL / lens implant: Lens cost is significant in both countries; Istanbul savings remain when hotel and bilateral timing are included.

Cataract with premium IOL: Compare speed, IOL choice, and bilateral scheduling — not surgery fee alone.

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Common questions

Is Istanbul cheaper because equipment is older?

No. Our centre uses ZEISS, SCHWIND, and Alcon platforms matching leading private hospitals worldwide. Lower operating costs in Turkey — not lower device tier — drive package pricing.

Can I get a quote before booking flights?

Yes. Complete the free eligibility check — IPC replies within 2 hours with an honest recommendation and all-inclusive quote in writing.

Free Irish patient eligibility check

60 seconds · Our clinical team replies within 2 hours with an honest procedure recommendation and personalised all-inclusive quote.

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