2026 cost guide · 14-day recovery
Rhinoplasty cost in Australia.
What rhinoplasty typically costs across Australia in 2026 — national range, city-by-city pricing, what is inside a quote, and the Medicare position. Data from our directory of 1,121 clinics.
The headline numbers
Typical national cost
$12,000 – $25,000
Typical recovery
14-day recovery
Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose for appearance, breathing or both. It is technically the most demanding facial procedure, and revision rates make surgeon selection the one place not to economise.
What moves the price
- Primary versus revision surgery — revisions cost markedly more
- Functional component (septoplasty) may attract a Medicare item number
- Open versus closed approach and cartilage grafting needs
What is inside a quote
- Surgeon's fee — varies most with credentials and experience
- Anaesthetist's fee — billed by theatre time
- Facility fee — accredited hospital versus day suite
- Devices and materials — implants, grafts or garments where applicable
- Aftercare — follow-up visits and any revision policy
Medicare & health insurance
The cosmetic component is never covered. When surgery corrects a genuine breathing obstruction or post-traumatic deformity, the functional portion may attract a Medicare item number, and your surgeon can split the quote accordingly.
Rhinoplasty prices by city
Current directory pricing by city. Click through to compare listed clinics.
| City | Typical cost (AUD) | Clinics listed |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide | $12,000 – $25,000 | 34 |
| Brisbane | $12,000 – $25,000 | 34 |
| Cairns | $12,000 – $25,000 | 7 |
| Canberra | $12,000 – $25,000 | 22 |
| Darwin | $12,000 – $25,000 | 10 |
| Geelong | $12,000 – $25,000 | 11 |
| Gold Coast | $12,000 – $25,000 | 31 |
| Hobart | $12,000 – $25,000 | 10 |
| Melbourne | $12,000 – $25,000 | 45 |
| Newcastle | $12,000 – $25,000 | 14 |
| Perth | $12,000 – $25,000 | 37 |
| Sunshine Coast | $12,000 – $25,000 | 14 |
| Sydney | $12,000 – $25,000 | 71 |
| Townsville | $12,000 – $25,000 | 5 |
| Wollongong | $12,000 – $25,000 | 19 |
All figures are indicative national and city-level ranges from this directory's editorial research, updated October 2026. They are general information only — not medical advice, and not a quote. Every patient and every clinic is different: always confirm an itemised written quote with an AHPRA-registered practitioner before proceeding.
Rhinoplasty cost — common questions
How much does rhinoplasty cost in Australia in 2026?
The typical national range is $12,000 – $25,000, with 14-day recovery. Prices vary by city, practitioner credentials and facility type — Sydney and Melbourne usually sit at the top of the range, regional cities 15–30% lower. The city table on this page shows current directory data.
What affects the price of rhinoplasty?
The main drivers are: Primary versus revision surgery — revisions cost markedly more; Functional component (septoplasty) may attract a Medicare item number; Open versus closed approach and cartilage grafting needs. Always compare itemised written quotes rather than headline prices.
Does Medicare cover rhinoplasty?
The cosmetic component is never covered. When surgery corrects a genuine breathing obstruction or post-traumatic deformity, the functional portion may attract a Medicare item number, and your surgeon can split the quote accordingly.
How long is recovery after rhinoplasty?
Typical recovery is 14-day recovery. That is the time before most people return to normal daily activity — final results often take several months to settle. Our recovery calculator builds a week-by-week timeline, including combined procedures.