What Eyelid Surgery Costs in Singapore
Singapore's aesthetic surgery market is well-developed, with experienced surgeons operating in accredited facilities. The pricing reflects high overheads — clinic rental, GST, staffing, and Singapore's generally elevated cost structure.
The ranges below are based on current market rates at private aesthetic clinics and plastic surgery practices in Singapore. Prices are inclusive of GST, surgeon fee, anaesthesia, and facility costs for a single session:
| Procedure | Singapore (SGD, incl. GST) | Shanghai via Vday |
|---|---|---|
| Upper eyelid only | $3,500 – $8,000 | WhatsApp for current pricing significantly lower than SG rates |
| Lower eyelid only | $5,000 – $11,000 | |
| Upper + lower combined | $7,000 – $16,000 |
Singapore prices sourced from publicly listed rates at private plastic surgery and aesthetic clinics, 2025–2026. Ranges reflect variation in surgeon seniority, clinic tier, and complexity of the case. Shanghai pricing before seasonal promotional rates — WhatsApp us to find out about current promotions.
What Is Included in the Price
Both Singapore and Shanghai pricing typically covers:
- Surgeon fee
- Anaesthesia (local with sedation, or general)
- Operating facility and nursing care
- Post-operative medication
- Follow-up consultations for the first month
Where Shanghai via Vday differs is in the concierge layer: airport transfers, accommodation coordination, in-clinic translation, and ongoing remote follow-up via WhatsApp are handled by Vday at no additional charge. You are not navigating a foreign city alone.
The True Cost of Flying to Shanghai
The cost comparison only makes sense when you factor in the full trip cost. Here is a realistic estimate for a Singaporean client flying to Shanghai for eyelid surgery:
| Item | Estimated Cost (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Return flights SIN–PVG | $350 – $600 |
| Hotel (5–7 nights, mid-range) | $600 – $1,200 |
| Meals and transport in Shanghai | $150 – $300 |
| Total trip add-on | ~$1,100 – $2,100 |
When you add the trip cost to the Shanghai procedure cost and compare the total to Singapore pricing, the savings on a combined upper and lower blepharoplasty are still very meaningful — often SGD $3,000–8,000 or more. For a procedure that costs $7,000–16,000 in Singapore, even a trip that costs $2,000 all-in leaves a substantial difference.
For context, we ran the same analysis for FUE hair transplants in our FUE cost comparison guide — the pattern holds across procedures.
Want a personalised cost breakdown for your specific procedure? Vday will give you an honest quote with nothing hidden.
Why Shanghai Surgeons Have a Specific Edge
Cost savings alone do not justify flying for surgery — quality has to be equivalent or better. For eyelid surgery specifically, Shanghai has a credible argument for being the better choice, not just the cheaper one.
Shanghai surgeons perform blepharoplasty on Asian patients almost exclusively, at extremely high volume. Many of the country's most cited techniques for Asian double eyelid correction were developed and refined in Shanghai and Beijing. The anatomical familiarity that comes from operating on thousands of Asian eyelids per year is not easily replicated in a lower-volume market.
Singapore has excellent surgeons, but the broader pool includes many who trained primarily on Caucasian anatomy. When it comes to a procedure where subtle anatomical understanding makes the difference between a natural result and an obvious one, specialisation matters significantly.
What About Malaysian Clients?
Malaysian clients typically find the cost equation even more compelling. Kuala Lumpur's eyelid surgery market is priced lower than Singapore's, but Shanghai still offers meaningful savings — and the flight from KL to Shanghai is comparable in cost and duration to the Singapore–Shanghai route.
Is It Worth It?
For most clients considering upper and lower blepharoplasty combined, the answer is yes — the savings comfortably cover the trip, and you receive the procedure from surgeons with specialist expertise in Asian eyelid anatomy.
For upper eyelid only (the lower end of the Singapore price range), the equation is closer. Some clients find it worth it for the surgical expertise alone; others prefer the convenience of staying local for a simpler procedure.
If you are unsure which procedure you need, start with our guide on upper vs lower eyelid surgery — then WhatsApp Vday with your questions. We will give you a straight answer on whether the trip makes sense for your specific case.
You can also see the full picture of what our eyelid surgery service includes before making any decisions.