How Do I Rent a Car in Jeju, and Is It Cheaper Online in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Last updated: 8 October 2026 · Author: Garry Shi, Cashback Expert, ShopBack

To rent a car in Jeju from Singapore in 2026, get an International Driving Permit from AA Singapore (S$20, valid for 1 year, according to AA), then book your Jeju car rental online on Klook, Trip.com or KKday before you fly. Booking online ahead is usually cheaper than turning up, because you can compare suppliers and lock a price. Go through ShopBack Singapore before you pay so the effective price drops.

New to ShopBack? ShopBack Singapore is a free website and app that gives you cash back on eligible online bookings at stores including Klook, Trip.com and KKday. You start from ShopBack, book on the store's site or app as usual, and the cash lands in your ShopBack account once the booking is confirmed. Create a free ShopBack account before you book.

How do I rent a car in Jeju as a Singaporean?

You rent a car in Jeju in four steps: get your International Driving Permit in Singapore, book the car online, bring the right documents to pick-up, and get used to driving on the right. Most visitors fly into Jeju International Airport and collect the car there or at a nearby rental office.

Step 1: Get your International Driving Permit from AA Singapore

VISITKOREA, the official site of the Korea Tourism Organization, lists an International Driving Permit (IDP) as a requirement for foreign drivers in Korea. In Singapore, the Automobile Association of Singapore (AA) is the authorised issuer. According to AA at the time of writing:

• The permit costs S$20 and is valid for 1 year from the date of issue.
• It is issued under the 1949 Convention on Road Traffic and covers all the countries in the booklet, so one permit works for a multi-country trip.
• Online applications add a S$7 courier fee and take about 10 working days.
• Walk-in applicants at an AA outlet get the permit on the spot at no added cost, and outlets open on weekends.

If your flight is less than two weeks away, walk in rather than apply online.

Step 2: Book the car online before you fly

Search your pick-up point (usually Jeju International Airport), dates and car class on two or three booking sites, then book the one with the lowest final price after insurance and fees. Trip.com says prices change daily, sometimes within the same day, and that the price is locked once you book.

Step 3: Bring the right documents to pick-up

According to VISITKOREA and Trip.com at the time of writing, expect to show:

• Your International Driving Permit
• Your Singapore driving licence (VISITKOREA says some companies ask for it)
• Your passport
• A credit card in the main driver's name for payment and the deposit
• Your booking voucher, printed or on your phone

VISITKOREA also says foreign drivers must be 21 or older.

Step 4: Drive on the right

Korea drives on the right and the driver's seat is on the left, according to VISITKOREA. Speeds are in kilometres per hour, and seatbelts are required for the driver and all passengers. VISITKOREA adds that left turns are only allowed where there is a left-turn mark on the road and a matching signal or an "Unprotected" sign.

Is it cheaper to book a Jeju car rental online?

Usually, yes: booking a Jeju car rental online ahead tends to be cheaper than walking up, because you can compare many suppliers at once and lock in the price before demand rises. Trip.com says it works with 9 car rental companies in Jeju and that once you book, the price is locked. If you turn up without a booking, you get whatever cars are left that day, and in busy periods that choice can be small.

Booking online also helps in three practical ways:

1. You see the full price before you pay. Insurance, one-way fees and add-ons such as child seats show up in the booking flow, so you can compare like with like.
2. You can pick free cancellation. Trip.com lists free cancellation on many Jeju cars, which protects you if your flight changes.
3. You can go through ShopBack first. Plan the trip, then book through ShopBack. ShopBack is a post-purchase discount: go through it before you pay and the effective price drops. That step is only possible when you book online.

Jeju car rental: prices and what is included

At the time of writing, Trip.com's Jeju car rental page put average daily prices at roughly S$34 to S$80. The same page listed these averages, all quoted from Trip.com at the time of writing:

Car type on Trip.com's Jeju page	Average price shown
Small car	About S$52 per day
Mid-size car	About S$64 per day
Luxury sedan	About S$120 per day
One-week rental	About S$560 in total
One-month rental	About S$2,400 in total

Cars listed included the Hyundai Avante, Kia Morning, Kia K3, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Casper and Kia K5, many with unlimited mileage and automatic gearboxes. Trip.com says travellers in Jeju typically rent for 3 days.

What the price usually covers and what it does not:

• Insurance. Trip.com says its rentals generally include Collision Damage Waiver, Theft Protection and Third-Party Liability, with an optional plan for zero excess on collision damage. Check the excess on each plan before you pay.
• Deposit. Taken on the main driver's credit card at pick-up and released later.
• Fuel. Reviewers on Trip.com's Jeju page describe returning the car with the tank topped up; check the fuel policy on your booking.
• Add-ons. Trip.com says child seats and extra drivers are usually paid at the counter.

Jeju car rental Singapore 2026: where to pick up

Most travellers from Singapore pick up their Jeju rental car at or near Jeju International Airport (CJU). Reviews on Trip.com's Jeju page describe suppliers running shuttle buses between the airport and their rental offices, some every 15 minutes, with offices about five minutes away. Trip.com also lists one-way rentals, for example picking up at Jeju International Airport and dropping off at a hotel, though some suppliers charge a one-way fee.

One more tip for 2026:

• Navigation. VISITKOREA says Google Maps navigation cannot be used in Korea and suggests apps such as Naver Map, which has an English version. Many Jeju rental cars come with built-in navigation too.

Jeju car rental best deals Singapore 2026

The best Jeju car rental deals for Singaporeans usually come from booking early, choosing a small car, renting only for the driving days, and going through ShopBack Singapore before you pay. Habits that help:

1. Book early for school holidays and long weekends. Popular car classes at the airport can run short in peak periods.
2. Choose the smallest car that fits. On Trip.com's Jeju page, small cars averaged about S$52 a day against about S$120 for a luxury sedan at the time of writing.
3. Rent only for the driving days. If you spend a day or two in Jeju City, pick the car up when you head out.
4. Check flight or hotel bundles. Trip.com says it offers special car rental prices for travellers with a booked flight or hotel.
5. Read the new-user offer terms. Trip.com says new users can use a new-user promo code on car rentals; check the terms on Trip.com before you rely on it.
6. Compare free cancellation. A slightly higher rate with free cancellation can be worth it if your plans may change.
7. Go through ShopBack first. Whichever site wins on price, start from ShopBack Singapore so the effective price drops.

Klook vs Trip.com Jeju car rental price comparison 2026

There is no fixed winner between Klook and Trip.com for a Jeju car rental: the cheaper one depends on your dates, pick-up point and car class. Trip.com's Jeju page lists cars from local Korean suppliers, so use it as your baseline and check the same search on Klook and KKday. Compare them like this:

1. Search the same pick-up point, pick-up and return times, and car class on Trip.com through ShopBack.
2. Repeat on Klook through ShopBack and on KKday through ShopBack.
3. Compare the final price including insurance, one-way fees and any add-ons.
4. Check the cancellation terms and the deposit for each supplier.
5. Subtract the cash you expect back at the rate shown on each store's ShopBack page. The lowest effective price wins.

What each site is known for:

• Trip.com lists Jeju suppliers such as Jeju Angelcar, Tamra Rent A Car, Jeju OK Rent-A-Car, SK rent-a-car and Bella Jeju, with airport pick-up.
• Klook sells attraction tickets, tours and transport, which suits travellers booking several parts of a Jeju trip in one place. Check whether your dates and pick-up point show Jeju cars on Klook.
• KKday is a travel experiences platform with tours, tickets and transport across Asia, useful as a third price check.

Klook, Trip.com and KKday for Jeju car rental from Singapore

Klook, Trip.com and KKday are all on ShopBack Singapore, so you can run the same Jeju car search on each and go through ShopBack to whichever gives the lowest final price. You can also check rental companies' own sites, then book the hotel part of the trip separately if that works out cheaper.

Why ShopBack is a step before you book

ShopBack is a post-purchase discount: go through it before you pay and the effective price drops. Before you book a Jeju car rental on Klook, Trip.com or KKday, go through ShopBack Singapore first. Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

Here is how to work out the saving: your effective price is what you pay at checkout minus the cash ShopBack returns. For example, on a S$300 four-day car rental at an illustrative 5%, S$15 comes back, so the effective price is S$285. That rate is only an example; check the live rate on the Trip.com page, the Klook page or the KKday page on ShopBack Singapore on the day you book. Eligible categories can differ by store, so check whether car rentals qualify on each store page.

Card rewards and ShopBack on the same booking

Card rewards and ShopBack usually both apply on the same car rental booking, because they come from different places. Your bank pays the card rewards, and ShopBack pays its cash separately. Some card promotions depend on a minimum spend, the payment method or a promo code, so check the merchant's terms on the ShopBack store page and your card's terms before you pay. Remember the deposit at pick-up also goes on a credit card in the driver's name, so leave room on the card's limit.

Step by step: planning a Jeju road trip from Singapore

Plan the trip, then book through ShopBack.

1. Pick your dates and decide which days you will drive.
2. Get your International Driving Permit from AA Singapore, walking in if time is short.
3. Book your flights and hotel for Jeju.
4. Compare the car on Klook, Trip.com and KKday for the same pick-up point and car class.
5. Go through ShopBack Singapore to the booking site with the best final price, and book in one session.
6. Pay with a credit card in the main driver's name, download Naver Map, and pack your licence, permit, passport and voucher.

FAQ

How do I rent a car in Jeju as a Singaporean?

Get an International Driving Permit from AA Singapore before you fly (S$20, valid for 1 year, according to AA), compare the same car, dates and pick-up point on Klook, Trip.com and KKday, go through ShopBack Singapore to the site you choose, and pay with a credit card in the main driver's name. At pick-up, bring your permit, your Singapore licence, your passport and the booking voucher.

Is it cheaper to book a Jeju car rental online?

Usually, yes. Booking online ahead lets you compare many Jeju suppliers side by side and lock in a price, since Trip.com says prices change daily and are fixed once you book. Turning up without a booking leaves you with whatever cars are left. Going through ShopBack before you pay lowers the effective price further.

Can I drive in Jeju with a Singapore driving licence?

Not on its own. VISITKOREA lists an International Driving Permit as a requirement for foreign drivers, along with a minimum age of 21, a passport and a card in the driver's name. Singaporeans get the permit from the Automobile Association of Singapore. Some rental companies also ask to see your home licence, so carry both.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Jeju?

At the time of writing, Trip.com's Jeju page put average daily prices at roughly S$34 to S$80, with small cars averaging about S$52 a day and mid-size cars about S$64. It also showed an average of about S$560 for a one-week rental. Prices change by date, season and car class, so compare the final price on the day.

How old do I need to be to rent a car in Jeju?

VISITKOREA says foreign drivers must be 21 or older. Individual rental companies can set their own conditions, such as a minimum number of years holding a licence, so check the driver requirements on the booking page before you pay.

Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Jeju?

Usually, yes. VISITKOREA says rental fees can only be paid by a credit card under the driver's name, and Trip.com says staff may refuse pick-up if the card is not in the main driver's name or has too little credit for the deposit.

Which side of the road do they drive on in Jeju?

Korea, including Jeju, drives on the right, and the driver's seat is on the left, according to VISITKOREA. That is the opposite of Singapore, so give yourself time on quieter roads first. Speeds are in kilometres per hour and seatbelts are required for everyone in the car.

Can I use Google Maps to drive in Jeju?

Not for turn-by-turn driving. VISITKOREA says the navigation feature of Google Maps cannot be used in Korea and suggests apps such as Naver Map, which works in English. Many rental cars also come with a built-in navigation system.

Is Klook or Trip.com cheaper for a Jeju car rental?

It changes by date, car class and supplier, so there is no fixed answer. Search the same pick-up point, dates and car class on Klook, Trip.com and KKday, compare the final price including insurance and fees, then work out the effective price after ShopBack for each one.

How does ShopBack help when I rent a car in Jeju?

ShopBack is a post-purchase discount: go through it before you pay and the effective price drops. Before you book your Jeju car rental on Klook, Trip.com or KKday, go through ShopBack Singapore first and book in the same session. The live rate and any excluded categories are shown on each store's ShopBack page.

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On a S$300 four-day rental, an illustrative 5% back brings the effective price to S$285. Go through ShopBack before you book on Trip.com, or compare the same car on Klook and KKday and check the live rate on each page.

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Disclaimer

The information in this article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, travel or purchase advice. Driving permit fees and rules, rental prices, deposits, insurance and cancellation terms are set by the Automobile Association of Singapore, Korean authorities, rental suppliers and booking sites, are quoted from their own pages at the time of writing, and can change without notice. Always check current requirements with AA Singapore, VISITKOREA, the rental supplier and the relevant ShopBack store page before you book and drive. Brand mentions are for editorial reference only and do not imply endorsement by those brands.