K-ClinicKorea Eye Surgery Total Cost 2026: Surgery + Trip Estimate
Besides the surgery fee (₩2,300,000–₩6,000,000 depending on the procedure), budget for flights, accommodation, medication (about ₩40,000+ for one month) and local transport. Some packages include a hotel stay and airport transfer, or up to ₩200,000 in cash credit instead, which noticeably changes your total.
Is the Surgery Fee the Whole Cost?
When you see "SMILE Pro ₩4,000,000" in a price search, it is easy to treat that as your total. In reality, quite a few other costs get added on top.
This article lists every item that costs money and runs an estimate using Gangnam Good Eye Clinic's 2026 prices in Gangnam, Seoul. Numbers vary from person to person, but the list of items stays the same.
What Costs Are Included in a Korea Eye Surgery Trip?
- Surgery fee
- Flights
- Accommodation
- Medication
- Local transport
The surgery fee is the biggest item, but medication is the one people forget most often: it is paid separately at the pharmacy and is not included in the surgery fee (about ₩40,000+ for one month).
Accommodation is where you can save: some packages already include a hotel stay and airport transfer.
How Much Does Each Eye Surgery Cost in Korea?
2026 promotional prices, with the same-day surgery, SNS review and companion discounts already applied:
| Procedure | Promotional price |
|---|---|
| SMILE LASIK All-in-One package | ₩2,300,000 |
| SMILE Pro (standalone) | ₩4,000,000 |
| LBV laser presbyopia correction package | ₩4,000,000 |
| SMILE Pro All-in-One package | ₩4,500,000 |
| Evo ICL (myopia only) | ₩5,000,000 |
| Evo ICL (myopia + astigmatism) | ₩6,000,000 |
| Viva ICL for presbyopia | ₩6,000,000 |
The gap from ₩2,300,000 to ₩6,000,000 is large. But this is not a matter of picking the cheapest: the right procedure is decided by your examination results, and people whose corneas are too thin cannot choose laser surgery.
One more reminder: these prices already include the same-day surgery, SNS review and companion discounts. If you go alone, the companion discount does not apply and you add ₩100,000.
Cost Example 1: Two People, SMILE Pro All-in-One Package
This package includes accommodation and airport transfer, so the accommodation line can be ₩0. If you already have a travel itinerary and a hotel booked, you can take up to ₩200,000 in cash credit instead.
A K-Clinic coupon takes another ₩200,000 off, so the surgery fee drops from ₩4,500,000 to ₩4,300,000 per person. Add your flights, medication (about ₩40,000+) and local transport to get your total.
Cost Example 2: Traveling Alone, SMILE LASIK All-in-One Package
If you go alone, the ₩100,000 companion discount does not apply, so the surgery fee goes from ₩2,300,000 up to ₩2,400,000. After the ₩100,000 coupon, it comes back to ₩2,300,000.
This package includes accommodation (without airport transfer), so you can save on lodging too.
These are estimates based on the clinic's published prices. Flights and exchange rates change daily, so convert the actual amounts at the time you book.
Where Can You Save on Eye Surgery in Korea?
| Item | How to save |
|---|---|
| Companion discount | Go with a friend who already wants the surgery: ₩100,000 off each |
| K-Clinic coupon | Claim it before booking. SMILE Pro and LBV: −₩200,000; SMILE LASIK: −₩100,000 |
| Accommodation and airport transfer | Use what the package includes; if you already have a trip planned, take up to ₩200,000 in cash credit instead |
The coupon only counts if you claim it first. Once claimed, it applies when you book through this platform, and it differs by procedure. Check which one you need before booking.
What You Shouldn't Skip
Two things are not worth skipping to save money.
The first is the number of days you stop wearing contact lenses. Stopping for fewer days looks convenient, but it makes your examination data unreliable and lowers the value of the whole trip.
The second is your time on surgery day. The detailed examination alone takes 2–3 hours. Rushing to fit in one more activity saves far less than the risk you take on.
Common Questions from International Patients
Q. Can I pay by credit card?
Please confirm payment methods during your consultation.
Q. Do I need to bring cash?
Medication is paid separately at the pharmacy. Ask during your consultation how much to prepare.
Q. Can I go back for check-ups later?
Yes. Follow-up care is provided after surgery, and you can book a return visit or examination at any time through this website. Please confirm cost details during your consultation.
Q. Will the prices in the table change?
The prices above are for 2026. The actual procedure and fee still depend on your pre-surgery examination results.
Q. Can I do this if I don't speak Korean?
Yes. You can book and arrange a consultation using the Request booking button or the live chat on this website.
Want to Ask First?
Use the live chat to tell us the procedure you want, whether you are going alone or with someone, and your planned dates. We will work out what your surgery fee will actually be and remind you which coupon to claim first.
The clinic is about a 2-minute walk from Gangnam Station and is closed on Thursdays and Sundays.
Frequently asked questions
How much does eye surgery in Korea cost in total?
Surgery costs ₩2,300,000–₩6,000,000 depending on the procedure, plus flights, accommodation, medication (about ₩40,000+ for one month) and transport. Some packages include accommodation and airport transfer, or up to ₩200,000 in cash credit instead.
Do I pay for medication separately for eye surgery in Korea?
Yes. Medication is paid separately at the pharmacy and costs about ₩40,000+ for one month.
Can I save on accommodation when having eye surgery in Korea?
Yes. The SMILE Pro All-in-One package, Evo ICL, the LBV package and Viva ICL all include accommodation and airport transfer, or you can take up to ₩200,000 in cash credit instead.
Can I get eye surgery in Seoul if I don't speak Korean?
Yes. You can book and arrange a consultation through K-Clinic using the Request booking button or the live chat on this website.
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About 2 min walk from Gangnam Station
