South Korea

Cheap Car Rentals in South Korea

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South Korea car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in South Korea. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2026.

Most popular company

Wheego

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$99

Cheapest price per day

$38

Cheapflights insights for South Korea car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in South Korea, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in South Korea?

To get the best deal on a rental car in South Korea, book about 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $66, which is about 38% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Korea?

At South Korea, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $64. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $94 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In South Korea, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $64. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $94 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$64

February

$77

March

$73

April

$74

May

$83

June

$80

July

$92

August

$87

September

$84

October

$94

November

$71

December

$89

What car do most people hire in South Korea?

Economy cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting South Korea. Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in South Korea?

Avis has 48 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Jeju Samsung Rent A Car has the second-highest number of locations in South Korea at 1.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across South Korea, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 168 pickup locations in South Korea to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 June 2026.

Top rental agencies in South Korea

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Korea known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Korea. Reviews were last updated on 10 June 2026.

Hertz

7.8
Good
23 reviews88 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.0

Avis

6.2
Okay
21 reviews48 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Budget

5.1
Fair
7 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.1

Jeju Samsung Rent A Car

1 location

Hyundaetour Rent A Car

3 locations

Dawon Rental Car Mapo Branch

1 location

Gyungil Rent A Car

3 locations

Gogo Rent A Car

8 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Korea, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in South Korea?

    When hiring a car in South Korea, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is LOTTE rent-a-car, and with prices around $82/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from LOTTE rent-a-car is MINI, which starts as low as $82/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Korea?

    When visiting South Korea, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Jeju City where rental cars typically will cost around $49/day (44% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Korea was found in Jeju City for just $35/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in South Korea?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in South Korea.

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