LHR
IST
London to Istanbul
~3h 30m–4h direct
- Typical stay 3–5 nights
- Pattern Fri fly · Mon assess · Tue surgery
- IPC meet IST or SAW arrivals
- Hotel Included in package
Why London patients choose Istanbul
London private LASIK is among the most expensive in Europe. A short flight unlocks the same ZEISS platforms and fellowship-trained surgeons at our JCI centre — with hotel and transfers included.
Day 0
Fly out
Evening flight from Heathrow or Gatwick. IPC meet. Hotel transfer. Rest.
Day 1
Assessment
Pentacam and surgeon consultation. Platform names confirmed in writing.
Day 2
Surgery
LASIK or SMILE AM. Post-op check PM. Drops at hotel.
Day 3
Return
Morning clearance. Flight home to London.
You arrange
- Return flights London ↔ Istanbul
- Travel insurance
- Personal spending
IPC arranges after confirmation
- Hospital appointments
- Partner hotel
- Airport transfers
- 3-month video aftercare
Common questions
How much time off work?
Many patients miss one working week (Mon–Wed pathway) and return Thursday.
Which London airport?
Heathrow has highest IST frequency; Gatwick and Stansted also serve Istanbul.