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Cheap Car Hire in South Korea from R1 199

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 5/3 and drop-off date of 11/3. 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 2024

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 23 December 2024.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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 23 December 2024.

January

R1 335

February

R1 408

March

R1 189

April

R1 225

May

R1 225

June

R1 317

July

R1 244

August

R1 189

September

R1 152

October

R1 207

November

R1 097

December

R1 244

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Korea is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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 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 23 December 2024.

There are currently 770 hire locations operating in South Korea spread across 248 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in South Korea is small car at R1 199 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R1 475+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 383+

Standard

Standard

R1 653+

Full-size

Full-size

R2 022+

People carrier

People carrier

R8 129+

Mini

Mini

R1 199+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R2 171+

Luxury

Luxury

R8 104+

Compare available car types for rental in South Korea

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 23 December 2024.

Small cars

R638 - R1 748

All Car Types

R890 - R2 100

To hire a small car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of R600/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in South Korea (~R638/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 748/day). In fact, December is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Korea, renting a small car saves you 49% 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 hire a medium car in South Korea, you would pay an average price of R750/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in South Korea (~R1 289/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 865/day). In fact, January is about 71% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for South Korea. When comparing with other car types available for hire in South Korea, renting a medium 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki SwiftR1 199/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Hyundai i20R1 475/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

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 23 December 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the South Korea region, including those located within the Incheon, Seoul and Jeju City area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

LOTTE rent-a-car

165 locations

Hertz

87 locations

Avis

49 locations

Sk Rent A Car

17 locations

Budget

16 locations

Hi Rent

13 locations

AJ Car Rental

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Best South Korea car hire deals found

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 R1 694. Data was last updated on 23 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in South Korea including options serving Incheon, Seoul and Jeju City. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Suzuki SwiftR1 199/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota CorollaR1 383/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Ford FiestaR1 475/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 23 December 2024.
  • 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?

    With an average price of R1 332/day, Yesaway is the most popular car hire provider in South Korea, booking 50% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • 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.

Small car hires in South Korea

Find small car hire deals in South Korea from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in South Korea cost an average of R1 403 per day. Price data was last updated on 23 December 2024.
Suzuki SwiftR1 199/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Kia PicantoR1 201/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Suzuki SwiftR1 201/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift

Car hires by fuel type in South Korea

Browse car hires by fuel type in South Korea. Deals were last updated on 23 December 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in South Korea. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

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