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Cheap Car Rentals in South Korea from RM 175

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 16/4 and drop-off date of 23/4. 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 rentals in 2025

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 21 March 2025.

Most popular company

Yesaway

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 298

Cheapest price per day

RM 175

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 366 pickup locations in South Korea to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Price

RM 113 - RM 489

Out of all the popular cities in South Korea, Jeju City is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just RM 113/day. Renting a car in Jeju City is 77% cheaper than renting one in Busan where the per day rate is around RM 489. Other fairly inexpensive cities in South Korea to get a rental car in are: Incheon (RM 190/day), Seoul (RM 232/day), and Busan (RM 489/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 113/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 21 March 2025.

January

RM 137

February

RM 101

March

RM 123

April

RM 168

May

RM 190

June

RM 212

July

RM 243

August

RM 234

September

RM 203

October

RM 194

November

RM 137

December

RM 128

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Korea is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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 21 March 2025.

There are currently 780 hire locations operating in South Korea spread across 252 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Korea is medium car at RM 175 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 265+

Compact

Compact

RM 265+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 175+

Standard

Standard

RM 183+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 189+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 282+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 442+

Mini

Mini

RM 149+

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 21 March 2025.

Small cars

RM 111 - RM 214

All Car Types

RM 223 - RM 314

To rent a small car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of RM 172/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a small car in South Korea (~RM 111/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 214/day). In fact, November is about 36% 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 36% 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 288/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in South Korea (~RM 225/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 382/day). In fact, February is about 23% 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 7% 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 441/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a large car in South Korea (~RM 356/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 550/day). In fact, February is about 20% 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 40% 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 306/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in South Korea (~RM 246/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~RM 369/day). In fact, September is about 20% 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 is 13% 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 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 380/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a van in South Korea (~RM 257/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 538/day). In fact, February is about 33% 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 30% 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.

Perodua MyviRM 243/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

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 21 March 2025.
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

165 locations

Hertz

87 locations

Avis

49 locations

SK렌트카

18 locations

Budget

16 locations

Hi Rent

13 locations

AJ Car Rental

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9 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 397. Data was last updated on 21 March 2025.
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.
Honda CivicRM 175/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Civic
Honda AccordRM 183/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Accord
Toyota CamryRM 189/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Camry

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 21 March 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Korea?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yesaway (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Jeju Rent A Car (10.0 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 Yesaway. With prices on INTERMEDIATE starting at RM 192/day about 172% more people book with Yesaway 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 210/day (36% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in South Korea was found in Jeju City for just RM 131/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.

Small car rentals in South Korea

Find small car rental deals in South Korea from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in South Korea cost an average of RM 265 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.
Perodua MyviRM 243/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Perodua AxiaRM 243/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 243/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

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 626 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.
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 396/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 396/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 396/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 21 March 2025.

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 35+).

Electric

Electric

RM 60+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 35+

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