South Korea

Cheap Car Hire in South Korea from RM 162

Jeju City, South Korea
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Jeju City, South Korea
Thu 4/4
Noon
Thu 11/4
Noon

South Korea car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in South Korea. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

AJ Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

RM 215

Cheapest price per day

RM 162

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

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across South Korea, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 331 pickup locations in South Korea to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Price

RM 139 - RM 893

Out of all the popular cities in South Korea, Jeju City is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just RM 139/day. Renting a car in Jeju City is 84% cheaper than renting one in Busan where the per day rate is around RM 893. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South Korea to get a rental car in are: Incheon (RM 230/day), Seoul (RM 286/day), and Daegu (RM 467/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Jeju City should expect to spend around RM 139/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in South Korea is Jeju City.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Korea?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Korea and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

January

RM 127

February

RM 236

March

RM 208

April

RM 302

May

RM 307

June

RM 307

July

RM 307

August

RM 264

September

RM 283

October

RM 255

November

RM 184

December

RM 208

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Korea is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in South Korea

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in South Korea and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

There are currently 698 hire locations operating in South Korea spread across 239 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Korea is small car at RM 162 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 162+

Compact

Compact

RM 186+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 178+

Standard

Standard

RM 283+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 282+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 466+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 384+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 494+

Compare available car types for rental in South Korea

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in South Korea to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

RM 243 - RM 376

All Car Types

RM 346 - RM 551

To rent a small car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 306/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Korea (~RM 243/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 376/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Korea, renting a small car saves you 33% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Korea small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 471/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Korea (~RM 388/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 552/day). In fact, February is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Korea, renting a medium car is 4% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Korea medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 711/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Korea (~RM 525/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 1,184/day). In fact, March is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Korea, renting a large car is 36% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Korea large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 403/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Korea (~RM 291/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 539/day). In fact, December is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Korea, renting a SUV saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Korea SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 815/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Korea (~RM 592/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~RM 1,232/day). In fact, November is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for rental in South Korea, renting a van is 45% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best South Korea van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 162/day
2
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A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 186/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Honda CityRM 282/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Top rental agencies in South Korea

Explore the leading car rental agencies in South Korea known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in South Korea. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in South Korea, including locations near Jeju City, Incheon and Seoul. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

LOTTE rent-a-car

155 locations

Hertz

87 locations

Avis

43 locations

Sk Rent A Car

14 locations

AJ Car Rental

9 locations

Euro Rental Car

8 locations

Sk Rent

8 locations

Kt Kumho Rent A Car

7 locations

Best South Korea car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in South Korea. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in South Korea with an average daily rate of RM 469. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in South Korea, including options within the Jeju City, Incheon and Seoul area. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Proton SagaRM 162/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CivicRM 178/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda CityRM 186/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in South Korea, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Korea?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Jeju Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Sk Rent A Car (9.0 rating) and LOTTE rent-a-car (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Korea.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in South Korea?

    The most popular car hire company at South Korea is Hertz. With prices on ECONOMY starting at RM 118/day about 217% more people book with Hertz than other companies in the country.

  • 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 RM 224/day (54% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Korea was found in Jeju City for just RM 191/day.

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

    In South Korea, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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Luxury car rentals in South Korea

Find luxury car rental deals in South Korea from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in South Korea cost an average of RM 1,082 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
There are several options when it comes to renting a luxury car in South Korea, including options around Jeju City, Incheon and Seoul. While researching the different options available, make sure to confirm the details of each offer to ensure they match your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 566/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 566/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 606/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car rentals by fuel type in South Korea

Browse car rentals by fuel type in South Korea. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in South Korea. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in South Korea. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 39+).

Electric

Electric

RM 60+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 39+

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