Can I fly after LASIK?
Flying after LASIK is generally permitted, and cabin air dryness is the practical consideration rather than pressure. Ask the clinic how soon it is comfortable with, especially if you are travelling a long distance.
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- Vision correction
- Topic
- LASIK
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- Procedures
- LASIK
- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
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If you are flying to Dubai for treatment, the sequence of assessment, surgery and first check is worth arranging before you book flights, since the first check is what most clinics want before you leave.
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