New York, Chicago or Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport
~10–11 hours · Turkish Airlines, United, Delta
- USA LASIK (both eyes) Often $4,000–$7,000+ surgery only
- Typical saving 55–70% vs surgery-only quotes
- Istanbul package Hotel + transfers + aftercare included
- Quote timing After 60-second eligibility check
What the USA private clinics typically charge
Private LASIK and SMILE in the USA commonly falls in the Often $4,000–$7,000+ 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: $4,000–$6,000+ per eye at many US centres 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We do not publish fixed Istanbul prices — every plan is personalised after Pentacam screening and surgeon review.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 USA optometrist.
Procedure-by-procedure context
LASIK / SMILE Pro: Largest visible gap — the USA 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.