South Korea

Cheap Car Hire in South Korea from R507

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in South Korea with a pick-up date of 21/6 and drop-off date of 20/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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South Korea car hires 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 15 June 2026.

Most popular company

Bella Jeju

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R1 131

Cheapest price per day

R507

Popular car types in South Korea

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in South Korea and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 June 2026.

There are currently 973 hire locations operating in South Korea spread across 296 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Korea is medium car at R507 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Mini

Mini

Luxury

Luxury

R2 120+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Best car hire deals found in South Korea

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in South Korea. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in South Korea with an average daily rate of R972. Data was last updated on 15 June 2026.
Toyota AvanzaR507/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Avanza
Audi A3R594/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
BMW 3 SeriesR832/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Cheapflights insights for South Korea car hires

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 car hire in South Korea, book about 64 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R677, which is about 1 333% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Korea?

In South Korea, the most affordable car hire company right now is Wheego, offering prices from just R29,43/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at R65,17/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in South Korea? January is the cheapest month, costing about R655 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R899. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R655

February

R731

March

R671

April

R720

May

R758

June

R736

July

R845

August

R861

September

R769

October

R872

November

R677

December

R899

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 15 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 15 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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Korea, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in South Korea?

    At R678/day, it is 40% cheaper on average to rent a car in Jeju City than any other city in South Korea. The cheapest price found in South Korea was for R405/day in Jeju City.

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

    Cars in South Korea are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in South Korea

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Korea. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in South Korea. Deals were last updated on 15 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Korea. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R150+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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