How much does rhinoplasty cost?
A clear breakdown of what rhinoplasty actually costs in 2026 — what's bundled, what isn't, and how regional pricing changes the bill.
Typical US price range
$7,000 – $18,000
National median around $12,500.
What drives the cost of rhinoplasty?
Open vs. closed approach
Open rhinoplasty adds 30–60 minutes of OR time over closed and is typically priced higher. Surgeons often quote a flat fee that absorbs the difference.
Cartilage grafting
Septal, ear, or rib grafts add complexity. Rib graft harvest can add $1,500–$3,500 to the procedure.
Revision vs. primary
Revision rhinoplasty runs 30–80% higher than primary because of scar tissue, often-needed grafts, and longer OR time.
Functional component
If a deviated septum is corrected (septoplasty) along with cosmetic work, insurance may cover the functional portion — reducing out-of-pocket by $1,000–$3,000.
Surgeon profile
Top facial-plastics specialists in major metros charge $15,000–$25,000+; community-practice plastic surgeons performing rhinoplasty occasionally average $7,000–$10,000.
Is rhinoplasty covered by insurance?
Purely cosmetic rhinoplasty is never covered. Septoplasty and functional repairs are usually covered when documented breathing impairment is present — many patients combine the two and pay out-of-pocket only for the cosmetic portion.
What's included — and what isn't
Usually included
- Surgeon's fee
- Anesthesia and OR/facility fee
- Standard pre-op visit and post-op follow-ups for 12 months
- Splint and dressings
Usually extra
- Pre-op labs and imaging
- Post-op medications
- Revisions (most surgeons offer reduced-fee revisions after 12 months)
- Travel and accommodation if traveling for surgery
Financing
CareCredit, Alphaeon, and PatientFi are common; expect 12–24 month 0% promotional financing for most patients with prime credit.
Rhinoplasty cost by city
| City | Estimated range | Compare |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2,800 – $7,200 | Rhinoplasty in Turkey |
| South Korea | $3,850 – $9,900 | Rhinoplasty in Korea |
| Brazil | $3,850 – $9,900 | Rhinoplasty in Brazil |
| Mexico | $3,500 – $9,000 | Rhinoplasty in Mexico |
| Thailand | $3,150 – $8,100 | Rhinoplasty in Thailand |
| Colombia | $2,800 – $7,200 | Rhinoplasty in Colombia |
| Miami | $9,100 – $23,400 | Rhinoplasty in Miami |
| Los Angeles | $10,150 – $26,100 | Rhinoplasty in LA |
| New York | $9,800 – $25,200 | Rhinoplasty in NYC |
| London | $10,500 – $27,000 | Rhinoplasty in London |
| Dubai | $11,200 – $28,800 | Rhinoplasty in Dubai |
| Beverly Hills | $11,900 – $30,600 | Rhinoplasty in Beverly Hills |
| Houston | $7,000 – $18,000 | Rhinoplasty in Houston |
| Dallas | $7,000 – $18,000 | Rhinoplasty in Dallas |
| Frisco, TX | $6,650 – $17,100 | Rhinoplasty in Frisco |
| Atlanta | $7,350 – $18,900 | Rhinoplasty in Atlanta |
| Chicago | $7,700 – $19,800 | Rhinoplasty in Chicago |
| San Francisco | $10,500 – $27,000 | Rhinoplasty in SF |
| Toronto | — | Rhinoplasty in Toronto |
| Sydney | — | Rhinoplasty in Sydney |
Estimates based on national average × regional multiplier. Final price depends on surgeon, technique, and case complexity.