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South Korea car rentals

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Cheap car hire in South Korea

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Class Economy Car car
Class Economy Car
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$115/day
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Polestar 2 car
Polestar 2
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
$396/day
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Hyundai Elantra car
Hyundai Elantra
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$83/day
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Hyundai Sonata car
Hyundai Sonata
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$95/day
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Hyundai Azera car
Hyundai Azera
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
M
$132/day
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Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
M
$245/day
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Kia Sorento car
Kia Sorento
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$250/day
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Hyundai Genesis car
Hyundai Genesis
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
M
$332/day
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Hyundai Tucson car
Hyundai Tucson
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$167/day
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Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$168/day
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Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$183/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

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.
  • Book your rental car in South Korea at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in South Korea are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South Korea

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

    On average a car hire in South Korea costs $167 per day.

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

    Standard (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in South Korea.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in South Korea?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Yesaway ($83/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($167/day) and Hi Rent ($168/day).

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

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals 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 Seoul (60% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South Korea) and Incheon (20%).

  • 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

    165 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in South Korea

    87 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in South Korea

    49 Locations

  • skrentacar

    Sk Rent A Car car hire locations in South Korea

    17 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in South Korea

    16 Locations

  • hirent

    Hi Rent car hire locations in South Korea

    13 Locations

  • ajcarrental

    AJ Car Rental car hire locations in South Korea

    9 Locations

  • enterprise

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

    9 Locations

  • eurorentalcar

    Euro Rental Car car hire locations in South Korea

    8 Locations

  • skrent

    Sk Rent car hire locations in South Korea

    8 Locations

  • yesaway

    Yesaway car hire locations in South Korea

    8 Locations

  • ktkumhorentacar

    Kt Kumho Rent A Car car hire locations in South Korea

    7 Locations

Good to know

Most popular car type

Standard

When to book a rental car in South Korea

Average daily price per month
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Car hire locations in South Korea

Everything you need to know for your car rental in South Korea

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.

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