Private laser eye surgery in the UK costs from about £1,795 per eye for standard LASIK or LASEK, and £2,400–£2,900 per eye for keyhole SMILE, in 2026. Premium all-inclusive packages for both eyes typically start around £4,000. When comparing clinic prices, always check the quote is per eye or both eyes, the treatment type offered and what aftercare is included. Learn more about laser eye surgery.
Laser eye surgery cost by treatment type (UK 2026)
The single biggest factor in the price is the technique your eyes are suited to. Standard surface treatments are the most affordable; keyhole SMILE and premium wavefront-guided LASIK cost more. All figures below are indicative UK self-pay prices per eye at CQC-registered clinics.
| Treatment | UK 2026 cost (per eye) | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Standard LASIK / LASEK | from £1,795 | Low to moderate prescriptions |
| Wavefront / bladeless LASIK | £2,400–£2,600 | Larger pupils, night-vision quality |
| SMILE (keyhole) | £2,400–£2,900 | Higher myopia, dry eyes, sport |
| PRK / TransPRK | from £1,795 | Thin corneas, contact sports |
| Premium package (both eyes) | from ~£4,000 total | All-inclusive with lifetime aftercare |
Prices are per eye unless stated, so both eyes are roughly double a per-eye figure. Not sure which treatment suits you? Start with a free laser eye surgery suitability check, or read whether it is worth the cost.
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Get a personalised quoteWhat should an all-inclusive laser price include?
A genuine all-inclusive laser eye surgery quote should cover your consultant-led assessment and detailed eye scans, the treatment itself for both eyes, post-operative eye drops, and a defined schedule of aftercare appointments. Many premium packages also add an enhancement or top-up guarantee if a small adjustment is needed later. When you compare clinics, watch for quotes that exclude the initial assessment, charge extra for advanced technology, or price only one eye. If glasses freedom for reading is your main goal and you are over 50, also compare ICL and lens-based options.
How to compare laser eye surgery clinics fairly
The lowest headline price is not always the best value. To compare clinics like-for-like, check five things:
- Per eye or both eyes — confirm exactly what the quoted figure covers.
- Treatment type — a low LASIK price is not comparable to a SMILE quote; match the technique to your eyes.
- Surgeon — you should be assessed and treated by a named consultant ophthalmic surgeon, not allocated on the day.
- Aftercare — how many follow-up visits, and is an enhancement included?
- Technology — is advanced wavefront or bladeless treatment included or charged as an upgrade?
For a head-to-head on the two most popular techniques, read our LASIK vs SMILE comparison.
Finance and paying for laser eye surgery
Most UK clinics offer 0% interest finance that spreads the cost over 12 to 24 months, and many run longer interest-bearing plans over several years. Because laser eye surgery is elective, it is almost never covered by the NHS or standard private medical insurance. See typical monthly costs on our laser eye surgery finance plan page. Eye Surgery Clinic arranges consultant-led laser care and clear written quotes across the South of England — choose your nearest clinic location to begin.
Frequently asked questions
Sources and methodology
- Pricing: indicative UK CQC-registered self-pay laser eye surgery tariffs (2024–2026); prices vary by treatment type, technology and clinic.
- Clinical standards: Royal College of Ophthalmologists refractive surgery standards; NICE guidance on laser correction of refractive errors.
- Editorial review: reviewed by a UK GMC-registered consultant ophthalmic surgeon before publication.
Independent source: Royal College of Ophthalmologists. Editorial information · this is not a substitute for personalised medical advice.