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KFC Prices in South Korea: What to Expect

South Korea has one of the world's most competitive fried chicken markets, with hundreds of local chains. KFC has survived by positioning as a premium option, with Korean-specific items like the Soy Garlic Chicken and double-fried preparations that match local expectations for crunch and flavour complexity.

KFC in South Korea is cheaper than the United States, with prices approximately 22% lower overall. A 8pc Original Bucket costs ₩25,912 (about $17.93 USD), compared to $22.99 in the US. The cheapest item on the menu is the Chocolate Chip Cookie at ₩1,679 ($1.16 USD), while the most expensive is the 16pc Original Bucket at ₩50,708 ($35.09 USD).

A typical meal — a main, a side, and a drink — will cost roughly ₩57,006 (about $17.55 USD). If you're ordering delivery through Baemin or Coupang Eats, expect to add 15-25% on top of that for platform fees, service charges, and delivery.

Looking for a cheaper KFC? KFC in Egypt is around 62% less expensive — a 8pc Original Bucket costs just $6.90 USD there. By comparison, KFC in Japan is 5% more expensive. The cheapest KFC in the world is in Egypt at $6.90 USD, while Singapore is the most expensive at $27.13 USD.

Other popular fast food chains in South Korea include Popeyes (Chicken Sandwich from $4.67), McDonald's (Big Mac from $4.67), Burger King (Whopper from $5.06) and Subway (Italian B.M.T. (Footlong) from $7.79).

Compared to other chains in South Korea: Popeyes is 74% cheaper, McDonald's is 74% cheaper, Burger King is 72% cheaper.

Explore all fast food prices in Asia to see how South Korea compares to neighbouring countries.