Cosmetic Surgery cost — Auckland
Cosmetic Surgery Cost Auckland 2026
Published NZ prices for cosmetic surgery range from $5,500 – $42,000 depending on the treatment.
This is a national range. None of our price sources report Auckland-specific prices, so we show the NZ-wide range rather than estimate a separate Auckland figure.
Cosmetic Surgery prices — NZ ranges that apply in Auckland
| Treatment | NZD range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Facelift (SMAS deep-plane) | $18,000 – $32,000 | Most invasive facial procedure; 2-3 week recovery. |
| Mini facelift (S-lift) | $12,000 – $20,000 | Shorter scar, faster recovery; less effective for severe sagging. |
| Rhinoplasty (primary) | $12,000 – $22,000 | Includes 12-month follow-up. Revision rhinoplasty adds 30-50%. |
| Upper blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) | $5,500 – $9,000 | Upper lids only. Both lids adds 30-50%. |
| Lower blepharoplasty | $6,500 – $11,000 | More complex than upper; longer recovery. |
| Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) | $14,000 – $22,000 | Full abdominoplasty; mini-tuck $9-14k. |
| Mummy makeover (combined) | $28,000 – $42,000 | Tummy tuck + breast augmentation + (optional) liposuction. |
Sources for these ranges (last verified June 2026)
- NZAPS surgeon fee survey 2025
- NZSPRAS member rates 2025
- Auckland Plastic Surgery Group published 2026
- RACS Fellowship guidance
Ranges are indicative, not quotes. Read how we compile prices or try the cost calculator.
Auckland clinics offering cosmetic surgery
5 clinics from our directory. Clinics in our directory categorised as cosmetic / plastic surgery practices. Ordered by number of Google reviews — a listing order, not a ranking.
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Visage Plastic Surgery
Remuera, AucklandGoogle rating 4.9 (124 Google reviews)Plastic Surgery · Cosmetic Surgery · Breast Surgery · Reconstructive Surgery - Get quote
Dr Mark Gittos Plastic Surgery
Herne Bay, AucklandGoogle rating 4.5 (58 Google reviews)Plastic Surgery · Cosmetic Surgery · Breast Surgery · Reconstructive Surgery - Get quote
Julian Lofts Plastic Surgery
Remuera, AucklandGoogle rating 4.7 (12 Google reviews)Plastic Surgery · Cosmetic Surgery · Breast Surgery - Get quote
New Zealand Institute of Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Remuera, AucklandGoogle rating 3.7 (10 Google reviews)Plastic Surgery · Cosmetic Surgery · Breast Surgery · Facial Surgery - Get quote
Auckland Plastic Surgery Group
East Tāmaki, AucklandGoogle rating 5 (1 Google reviews)Plastic Surgery · Cosmetic Surgery · Breast Surgery · Reconstructive Surgery
Comparing cosmetic surgery quotes in Auckland
- Get at least two written quotes and check that each lists the same items, so you are comparing like with like.
- Ask what follow-up appointments are included and for how long, and what any revision or extra treatment would cost.
- Ask who performs the procedure and check their registration on the public register before you pay a deposit.
- Treat any single advertised price as a starting point — the range above reflects how much total cost varies with the treatment plan.
Free public checks before you book
- NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon — NZAPS membership requires FRACS plastic surgery fellowship.
- MCNZ register — Check the vocational scope reads "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery".
- Medsafe — Check any implant or device used is notified for supply in NZ.
Cosmetic Surgery cost in Auckland — FAQs
How much does cosmetic surgery cost in Auckland?
Published NZ prices for cosmetic surgery range from $5,500 – $42,000 depending on the treatment. Facelift (SMAS deep-plane): $18,000 – $32,000; Mini facelift (S-lift): $12,000 – $20,000; Rhinoplasty (primary): $12,000 – $22,000; Upper blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery): $5,500 – $9,000; Lower blepharoplasty: $6,500 – $11,000; Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): $14,000 – $22,000; Mummy makeover (combined): $28,000 – $42,000. These are national ranges — our sources do not break prices down by city, so we do not publish a separate Auckland figure. Ask Auckland clinics for a written, itemised quote.
Is cosmetic surgery cheaper in Auckland than in other NZ cities?
We do not publish a city price difference because none of the sources behind these ranges report one. The most reliable way to compare is to get written quotes from more than one clinic and check that each quote covers the same items.
How many Auckland clinics in your directory offer cosmetic surgery?
Our directory currently lists 5 Auckland clinics for cosmetic surgery. The list is ordered by number of Google reviews; it is a listing order, not a ranking or a recommendation.
What should a cosmetic surgery quote include?
Ask for an itemised quote that shows every fee: the practitioner's fee, any anaesthetist, hospital or theatre fee, devices or materials, and follow-up appointments. For facelift (smas deep-plane), our cost file notes: Most invasive facial procedure; 2-3 week recovery.
Is cosmetic surgery publicly funded or covered by insurance?
Elective cosmetic and dental treatment is usually paid privately. If you think you may be eligible for public funding, ACC or insurance cover, ask your GP, ACC or insurer before booking — get any pre-approval in writing.
What should I check before booking in Auckland?
Use the free public registers: NZAPS Find-a-Surgeon (NZAPS membership requires FRACS plastic surgery fellowship.) MCNZ register (Check the vocational scope reads "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery".) Medsafe (Check any implant or device used is notified for supply in NZ.) Then compare clinics listed in our directory and ask each for documented experience with the procedure.