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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 9 August 2026.

Most popular company

Wheego

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R1 280

Cheapest price per day

R442
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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 20 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R634, which is about 1 261% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 R644 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R881. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R644

February

R725

March

R661

April

R698

May

R746

June

R693

July

R816

August

R843

September

R763

October

R859

November

R661

December

R881

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. SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

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

Avis has 50 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.

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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 9 August 2026.

Hertz

7,8
Good
23 reviews•88 locations
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Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,7

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

8,0

Avis

6,3
Okay
20 reviews•50 locations
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Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,4

Budget

5,1
Fair
7 reviews•16 locations
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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
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Hyundaetour Rent A Car

3 locations
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Dawon Rental Car Mapo Branch

1 location
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Gyungil Rent A Car

3 locations
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Gogo Rent A Car

8 locations
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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 9 August 2026.

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

    At R1 378/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Seoul than any other city in South Korea. The cheapest price found in South Korea was for R669/day in Seoul.

  • 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. Deals were last updated on 9 August 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Korea. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R76+

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