Private laser eye surgery in the UK costs from about £1,795 per eye for standard LASIK, LASEK or PRK, and £2,400–£2,900 per eye for keyhole SMILE in 2026, all-inclusive. The price covers your suitability assessment and corneal scans, the laser procedure itself and your follow-up aftercare. Premium all-inclusive packages for both eyes typically start around £4,000. Learn more about laser eye surgery.
How much does laser eye surgery cost by treatment type?
Laser eye surgery reshapes the cornea to correct short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism. What you pay depends mainly on the technique your eyes are suited to. As a 2026 guide, per eye and all-inclusive:
Wavefront-guided (bladeless) LASIK typically costs £2,400–£2,600 per eye. For a full like-for-like breakdown by clinic and technique, see our compare laser eye surgery prices guide and the dedicated SMILE Pro cost guide. For the procedures themselves, see LASIK, SMILE and PRK.
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Get a personalised quoteWhat's included in the price?
A genuine all-inclusive laser eye surgery price should cover:
- Suitability assessment & corneal scans — the specialist appointment plus corneal topography and thickness measurements that confirm you are a safe candidate.
- The laser procedure — the treatment itself, performed as a day case under anaesthetic eye drops.
- Aftercare appointments — your post-operative reviews and the eye drops you go home with.
- Enhancement cover — many clinics include a re-treatment within a set period if a fine-tune is needed. Always check.
Is the price per eye or for both eyes?
Laser eye surgery is almost always quoted per eye, so both eyes are roughly double the single-eye figure. Most patients have both eyes treated in the same visit. Always check on your written quote whether it covers one eye or two, and whether aftercare and any enhancement are included. Considering an implant instead of laser? See ICL eye surgery cost.
Private cost vs the NHS
Laser eye surgery is considered elective and is not routinely funded by the NHS, so almost everyone pays privately — see our guide to whether laser eye surgery is available on the NHS. Paying privately buys prompt treatment, a choice of techniques and continuity of consultant care. Wondering if it pays off? Read is private laser eye surgery worth the cost.
Can I spread the cost?
Yes. 0% finance is widely offered, spreading the cost over 12–24 months — see our laser eye surgery monthly finance plan. You do not need a GP referral to pay privately; you can self-refer and usually be assessed within days. Eye Surgery Clinic provides consultant-led private laser vision correction and clear written quotes across the South of England; find your nearest clinic location.