Getting to Istanbul from Liverpool
Liverpool John Lennon Airport has a smaller range of international routes, so most patients from Merseyside fly from Manchester Airport, which is usually under an hour away by road and has direct flights to Istanbul of around four hours, including Turkish Airlines. One-stop routes from Liverpool via another hub are also possible; check current schedules when you book.
Whichever airport you use in Istanbul, Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), your transfers are included and a driver meets you in arrivals. On the way home, arrange for someone to collect you at Manchester rather than taking the train with luggage. See our Manchester page for more on flying from there.
Istanbul is on UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Liverpool in summer and three in winter.
Is Lipo 360 the right operation?
Lipo 360 treats the abdomen, waist, flanks and back all the way round in one session to create a slimmer, more defined midsection. It works best for people at a stable weight with stubborn fat and reasonably elastic skin. It is not a way to lose weight, and the surgeon limits how much fat is removed in one session for safety. Where loose skin is the main concern, a tummy tuck with liposuction may be better; our guide Lipo 360 or tummy tuck? explains how to tell.
Approximate prices on Merseyside versus Istanbul
Private clinics in the North West commonly quote somewhere around £5,500–£11,000 for liposuction of the abdomen, flanks and back. This is an approximate range only; the actual figure depends on the clinic, the surgeon, the areas and what is included.
| What you pay for | Istanbul package with New City Clinic |
|---|---|
| Surgery at a licensed partner hospital | Included |
| Hospital night | Included |
| Hotel for your stay | Included |
| Airport–hotel–hospital transfers | Included |
| Coordinator and interpreter | Included |
| Compression garments | Included |
| Complication insurance | Included |
| Flights | Not included |
| Illustrative package price | €3,500 |
The final price is confirmed in writing after a surgeon has assessed your photos. Read our package guide for what each item means in practice.
Your week in Istanbul
After landing, you are taken to your hotel to rest. The next day you meet the surgeon for an examination, with blood tests and an anaesthesia assessment, and the plan is finalised. Surgery under general anaesthesia takes about two to four hours, followed by a night in hospital. Then come several quieter days at the hotel, with short walks and a check-up and dressing change, before the surgeon clears you to fly home, usually five to seven days after you arrived. Your coordinator, who speaks English, is with you throughout.
Back home on Merseyside
Once home, wear your compression garment for around six weeks, walk every day and keep up with fluids. Most people return to a desk job about a week after surgery; physical jobs, such as work at the docks, in care or retail, may need longer. Sport can usually start again from about four weeks, step by step.
Before travelling, let your GP know. Follow-up continues remotely with your New City Clinic coordinator and surgeon through photos and video calls. If you experience a fever, increasing pain, a hot swollen leg or breathlessness, seek urgent local care first and then inform your coordinator. The package includes complication insurance, explained on the New City Clinic insurance page.
About New City Clinic
New City Clinic is based in Bakırköy, Istanbul. It is a health-tourism agency authorised by the Turkish Ministry of Health (HealthTürkiye) and licensed by TÜRSAB (no. 17659). It does not operate itself; it organises your treatment at licensed partner hospitals, Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park and Biruni, where specialist surgeons such as Op. Dr. Fatih Kılıç perform the operation. Our safety guide explains how to check any provider before you book.
Also of interest
If you are deciding between options, see Lipo 360 with BBL and the mommy makeover. Patients from across the Pennines may find our Leeds page useful too.
Preparing your home before you fly
A few small preparations make the return to Liverpool much easier. Fill the freezer with simple meals, put everyday items at waist height and lay out loose, front-opening clothes before you leave. If you have children, arrange help with school runs and lifting for at least the first week. Dark towels or pads on the bed are useful in case of fluid seepage in the first days. Patients who prepare in this way usually say that the week after the flight home was far calmer than they had feared. Our trip planning guide includes a full packing list.
Why New City Clinic is our choice as the best clinic in Turkey for Lipo 360
There are many clinics in Istanbul, and no independent ranking that crowns one of them, so we prefer to explain our recommendation. For patients from Liverpool, we consider New City Clinic one of the best clinics in Turkey for Lipo 360 because the essentials can be verified: authorisation by the Turkish Ministry of Health (HealthTürkiye), a TÜRSAB Group A licence (no. 17659) and ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 10002 and ISO 31000 certificates, all shown on our licences page and the New City Clinic licences page.
Just as important, you know before you pay where and by whom you will be treated: at a licensed partner hospital (Acıbadem, Medicana, Medipol, Medical Park or Biruni) by a named specialist such as Op. Dr. Fatih Kılıç. New City Clinic puts the price in writing, includes complication insurance and gives you one coordinator who stays with you after you fly home. That is why patients looking for the best clinic in Istanbul choose New City Clinic. Visit the New City Clinic website to learn more.
Ask for a free quote from New City Clinic
Send New City Clinic photos of the areas you want to treat with your height, weight and medical history. A surgeon reviews them free of charge and you usually receive an itemised written quote within 24 hours. Read more on the Lipo 360 page at New City Clinic, then use the form or WhatsApp to get started.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport should I use from Liverpool?
Most patients fly direct from Manchester Airport, usually under an hour away, which has flights of around four hours to Istanbul. One-stop routes from Liverpool John Lennon are also possible.
How much does Lipo 360 cost around Liverpool?
Approximately £5,500–£11,000 at private clinics in the North West, depending on what is included. The New City Clinic package in Istanbul is €3,500 illustrative, excluding flights.
How long will I be in Istanbul?
Usually five to seven days, with one night in hospital.
Can I bring my partner?
Yes. Accommodation and transfers for a companion can usually be added to your package.
What happens after I get home?
Your coordinator and surgeon follow your recovery remotely. For anything urgent, seek local care first and then let your coordinator know.
