Car hire in Jeju

Jeju is the largest city on Jeju Island, capital of the eponymous province in South Korea. The island offers stunning natural beauty and excellent clean beaches, perfect for an active vacation. Renting a car in Jeju is the best way to explore the island and see all the attractions in a short time.

Public transportation is inconvenient due to multiple transfers, and tour routes are limited. Additionally, it's better not to depend on schedules on the island, as weather conditions change quickly and frequently.

Affordable Car Rental with Localrent

Through Localrent, you can book a car online from local rental companies. The service features reliable, vetted companies with competitive prices and high-quality service.

Benefits of booking through Localrent:

1. Transparent rental terms. No hidden fees—the price is fixed after you pay the deposit.
2. Low deposit. Some offers require no deposit at all.
3. Large vehicle fleet. Choose any class of car at an affordable price—from compact city cars to spacious SUVs and luxury vehicles.
4. Convenient filters. You won't waste time browsing through all available cars to find a suitable one. Simply specify engine type, transmission, payment method, and other characteristics in the filters, and the service will show matching options.
5. Security. Contracts with rental companies are executed officially. Terms of use, your rights, and guarantees are clearly stated. If questions arise during the rental period, especially for long-term rentals, customer support will resolve them promptly.

On Localrent, you can instantly book a car without visiting the rental company's office. To complete the rental, you need to pay a deposit of 15-20%.

Requirements for Renting a Car in Jeju

Each vehicle listing specifies driver age and experience requirements. These may vary depending on the car and rental company conditions. Use filters to find an acceptable option.

Documents required for the rental agreement:

• Valid driver's license (Category B)
• Passport
• Bank card
• Voucher confirming your booking and deposit payment

To add a second driver to the contract, you'll need their passport and license. Age and experience restrictions are the same as for the primary driver.

Essential Driving Rules in Jeju

Jeju, like all regions of South Korea, has right-hand traffic. Roads in the city and surrounding areas are excellent, with clear and understandable markings. There are no high-speed motorways for high-speed driving, including toll roads. Traffic in the city is heavy but without congestion or jams, and outside the city it's minimal.

Road signs are in Korean and English, generally following international standards. Speed and distance are measured in kilometers.

Important information:

• Keep to the right side during driving and overtake on the left
• At roundabouts, priority goes to vehicles already on the circle
• Left turns are only permitted when a green arrow appears on the traffic light
• The right lane with blue markings is for buses. You can only use it for right turns and not during peak hours
• Headlights must be on at all times
• All passengers must wear seatbelts while driving. We recommend transporting children under 12 years old and shorter than 150 cm only in car seats or restraint devices
• Mobile phones can only be used with Handsfree function
• Blood alcohol level must not exceed 0.3 per mille
• Standard online maps aren't suitable for navigation in Jeju. Use Korean apps Naver Map or Kakao Map.

Speed limits: in the city—up to 50 km/h, on main rural roads—up to 80 km/h. Near schools and areas with high concentrations of elderly people ("silver zones"), travel no faster than 30 km/h.

Violations are strictly monitored by surveillance cameras. Roads, especially in residential areas, have many speed bumps.

Gas Stations

Jeju and surrounding areas have no shortage of gas stations and charging stations. Major national brands are represented: SK Energy, GS Caltex, and Hyundai Oilbank. Many stations have staff, but self-service is more common.

Payment on-site by card or cash. Most staffed gas stations don't operate at night.

Self-service stations display a "Self" indicator. All signs and menus are in Korean. You can use an online translator or simply remember that regular gasoline pumps have yellow nozzles, while diesel has green ones.

Parking

Central Jeju is dominated by convenient paid parking lots, including underground ones. Some operate with automated payment on exit, while others have staff accepting cash. The second option is more reliable, as not all payment machines accept international cards.

Street parking spaces in Jeju are so compact that you can only enter in reverse. Fold in your mirrors to avoid hitting neighboring cars. Free parking has white markings, but if there are numbers nearby, they're reserved for local residents only.

Don't park in areas marked with a yellow line, or where there's no appropriate marking. The Naver Map app helps find suitable parking spots.

How to Book a Car in Jeju

Use Localrent's simple and intuitive interface. The booking procedure takes very little time.

Booking process:

1. Select pickup/return city and specify rental dates
2. Use filters to sort available vehicles. You can specify engine type, transmission, class, etc. The system will sort available cars that meet your requirements
3. Choose a suitable option. Open the vehicle listing, review specifications, and add additional options such as extended insurance, second driver, or child car seats
4. Enter primary driver information
5. Review the final rental cost with detailed calculations. The amount is fixed—it won't change after paying the deposit
6. Pay the deposit by bank card. It's only 15-20%. The balance must be paid on-site when picking up the vehicle by card or cash, depending on the rental company's regulations
7. A voucher confirming your booking with detailed order information will arrive in your email. Print it or save it on your phone to present to the rental company representative when receiving the car

Now the car is booked, and you can pick it up upon arrival in Jeju.

Where to Go with Your Rental Car

With a rental car, you can explore the entire Jeju Island—there are many impressive attractions here.

Five recommended destinations:

1. Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. A volcanic crater from whose summit you can witness an incredible sunrise. The peak is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique natural beauty. On the coast at the volcano's base, you can watch traditional female divers and visit the Jeju Haenyeo Museum.
2. Manjanggul Cave. A unique lava tunnel with stalagmites and stalactites—one of the most impressive in the world. Also protected by UNESCO.
3. Yongduam Rock. Just a few kilometers from Jeju, a stone mass resembling a dragon emerges from the sea. Here you can also see the haenyeo divers and try the seafood they catch.
4. Aqua Planet Jeju Oceanarium. The island's largest aquarium, located in Seogwipo city, with marine shows and a children's entertainment zone.
5. Osulloc Tea Museum. A space where you can explore Korean tea culture, tour plantations, and taste delicious traditional desserts.

For comfortable travel around Jeju Island, tourists recommend sedans or crossovers. When planning routes, choose only paved roads—insurance doesn't cover unpaved surfaces.

Where to Rent a Car in Jeju

For vehicle pickup, you can choose Jeju Airport, one of the rental offices, or arrange delivery within the city. Not all companies offer these pickup points—for example, some only allow car collection from their office.

To simplify your search when arranging car rental, use the "Specify location" filter.

Tips for First-Time Car Renters in Jeju

Here are several tips to make renting in Jeju easy and help avoid unpleasant surprises.

Vehicle Inspection

Before signing the contract, inspect the body, undercarriage, and bumpers. Even new and well-maintained cars may have scratches, dents, or chips. Check the seat upholstery for cuts and stains. Ensure all damage is included in the acceptance/transfer report—this will prevent disputes when returning the car.

On Jeju Island, where rain and fog are frequent, working headlights are essential. Make sure all lights are intact, shine brightly, and turn on easily.

Also check tire pressure, fluid levels, and fuel.

Navigation

Download the Naver Maps app in advance, and configure the interface and voice messages in English. The navigator works excellently and will warn you about speed control cameras and speed bumps. To find some locations in Jeju, you'll need their exact Korean name.

Useful Contacts

Clarify how to contact the rental company in emergencies. You can also reach Localrent customer support throughout the entire rental period.

Frequently Asked Questions