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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 3 April 2026.

Most popular company

Yesaway

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$91

Cheapest price per day

$47

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 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $72, which is about 48% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Korea?

Looking to hire a car in South Korea? Bella Jeju had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $53.15/day. Gogo Rent A Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $60.51/day.

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 $66. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $98 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 $66. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging $98 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$66

February

$79

March

$75

April

$78

May

$98

June

$85

July

$93

August

$91

September

$85

October

$97

November

$72

December

$91

What car do most people hire in South Korea?

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

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

LOTTE rent-a-car has 160 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in South Korea at 88.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in South Korea?

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 359 pickup locations in South Korea to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 April 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in South Korea, Jeju City is the cheapest city to rent a car ($47/day). Other popular cities in South Korea to get a cheap rental car are: Seoul ($65/day), Incheon ($77/day), and Busan ($217/day).

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 3 April 2026.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Sk Rent A Car

9.0
Wonderful
1 review19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

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

LOTTE rent-a-car

7.2
Good
3 reviews160 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.8

Avis

6.1
Okay
22 reviews48 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Budget

4.3
Mediocre
6 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.3

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.3

Cartago Rent A Car

7 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 3 April 2026.
  • 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 Seoul where rental cars typically will cost around $81/day (33% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Korea was found in Incheon for just $51/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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