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Cheap car hire in South Korea

These are the best prices for 13-20 Jun.
Class Economy Car car
Class Economy Car
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
21 €/day
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Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
24 €/day
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Hyundai Avante car
Hyundai Avante
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
27 €/day
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Hyundai Sonata car
Hyundai Sonata
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
30 €/day
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Hyundai Azera car
Hyundai Azera
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
43 €/day
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Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
56 €/day
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Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
72 €/day
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Kia Ray car
Kia Ray
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
29 €/day
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Class Premium Car car
Class Premium Car
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
112 €/day
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Class Full-size Van car
Class Full-size Van
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
55 €/day
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BMW 5er car
BMW 5er
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
75 €/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
32 €/day
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Hyundai Venue car
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
32 €/day
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Renault Arkana car
Renault Arkana
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
42 €/day
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Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
50 €/day
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Class Luxury SUV car
Class Luxury SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
139 €/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for South Korea car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in South Korea with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in South Korea?

You should book your car hire in South Korea around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in South Korea?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at The Safe Rent A Car (32,47 €/day), Alamo (36,67 €/day), and Wheego (37,06 €/day).

What is the most popular rental car in South Korea?

Hires in the Small category (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option in South Korea, costing 38 €/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 22 €/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in South Korea is March at an average cost of 41 €/day. October is the most expensive month to hire a car in South Korea when prices are 51 €/day on average, which tends to be 3% above the yearly average hire price for South Korea.

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

Avis operates 48 locations in South Korea, more than any other car hire company.

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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Yesaway
Medium
41 €/day
35 €/day

Top tips for hiring a car in South Korea

  • All major highways in South Korea have toll booths, and fees can be paid by cash, credit card, or using the Hi-Pass electronic system. Some rental cars may already be outfitted with one, but you should make sure that there is a card inserted; otherwise, the device won’t work. It’s also a good idea to rent a GPS device if you can, because it will save you from the hassle of reading local maps while you’re on the road.
  • Much like in the US, there are closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) in use throughout South Korea, so pay very close attention to speed limits and the rules of the road when driving there. Also, the legal blood-alcohol limit is very low; therefore, you should make sure there is a designated driver if you ever have more than two alcoholic beverages.
  • Always use designated parking spots if you ever rent a car in South Korea. Most of them are located near tourist attractions and shopping malls or big supermarkets, which may not always be suitable. For this reason, it’s a good idea to plan your journeys carefully, using the car for extended trips and employing public transportation to take care of chores and light travel within the city limits.
  • All points North, South East and West in South Korea are connected by an excellent network of major highways that eventually find their way to the capital Seoul so if you enjoy a nice scenic drive then you should enjoy exploring this country. Route 50 connects the western reaches with the eastern region of the country, while Routes 1 and 25 are major arteries that connect Seoul with the southern provinces.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in South Korea for 35 € or less
  • Small rental cars in South Korea are around 54% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South Korea

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in South Korea?

    On average a rental car in South Korea costs 41 € per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in South Korea?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in South Korea?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in South Korea are Jeju City (64% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South Korea), Seoul (18%) and Incheon (10%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in South Korea?

    On average a rental car in South Korea costs 286 € per week (41 € per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in South Korea?

    On average a rental car in South Korea costs 1.227 € per month (41 € per day).

  • What is driving like in South Korea?

    The driving in South Korea is always on the right side of the road, and all passengers should use seatbelts while the vehicle is in motion. Any child under the age of 6 traveling with you is required to use a child seat, and it is forbidden for vehicles to use bus lanes (blue lanes), so try to avoid them wherever and whenever possible.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Korea?

    In order to rent a car in South Korea, you must be between 21 and 65 years of age and have had a valid driver’s license for at least one year. The age requirement is increased to 25 for certain vehicles (minivans or luxury cars) from selected agencies (Hertz) and you must have an International Driver’s Permit with you at the time you intend to rent the car.

  • How much does petrol cost in South Korea?

    If you are going to rent a car in South Korea, you should know that the average price of a liter of petrol is about 1,530 KRW (about 1.36 USD), and by the gallon you’ll have to pay about 5.15 USD. For diesel rentals, the price per liter is about 1,395 KRW or about 1.24 USD, while a gallon of diesel is about 4.68 USD.

  • What are the speed limits in South Korea?

    When vacationing and driving in South Korea, please be aware that there are various speed limits in the country. Within the limits of the city, you are limited to no more than 60 km/h (about 38 mph), while outside of the city limits, the speed limit increases to 80 km/h (about 50 mph). On highways a maximum speed of 120 km/h (about 75 mph) is allowed.

Car rental directory

  • lotte

    LOTTE rent-a-car car hire locations in South Korea

    161 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in South Korea

    89 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in South Korea

    48 Locations

  • skrentacar

    Sk Rent A Car car hire locations in South Korea

    24 Locations

  • yesrentacarkorea

    Yes Rent-A-Car 예스렌터카 car hire locations in South Korea

    23 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in South Korea

    16 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in South Korea

    13 Locations

  • hirent

    Hi Rent car hire locations in South Korea

    13 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in South Korea

    11 Locations

  • yesaway

    Yesaway car hire locations in South Korea

    10 Locations

  • eurorentalcar

    Euro Rental Car car hire locations in South Korea

    9 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in South Korea

    9 Locations

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The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.