Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from $35
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 Thailand with a pick-up date of 13/5 and drop-off date of 18/5. 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.
Thailand car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
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Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $46 |
Cheapest price per day | $35 |
What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Thailand?
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Thailand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 217 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Price | $32 - $59 |
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Thailand?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Thailand 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 21 February 2025.
January
$57
February
$54
March
$45
April
$43
May
$38
June
$38
July
$41
August
$41
September
$34
October
$38
November
$43
December
$62
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Thailand is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. 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 Thailand
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Thailand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
At $35/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Thailand in the past week. Out of 33 car hire agencies operating in Thailand, there are, in total, 440 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
$35+
Compact
$35+
Intermediate
$51+
Standard
$53+
People mover
$57+
Full-size SUV
$74+
Mini
$38+
Passenger van
$87+
Compare available car types for rental in Thailand
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Thailand to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Small cars | $32 - $89 | |
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All Car Types | $40 - $110 |
To hire a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $45/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Thailand (~$32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$89/day). In fact, May is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a small car saves you 33% 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 Thailand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $72/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Thailand (~$50/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$104/day). In fact, October is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a medium car is 6% more expensive. 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 Thailand medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $84/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Thailand (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$220/day). In fact, March is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a large car is 20% more expensive. 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.
To hire a SUV in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $73/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Thailand (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$119/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a SUV is 7% more expensive. 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 Thailand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $103/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Thailand (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$176/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a van is 35% more expensive. 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 Thailand van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Thailand
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Thailand, including those serving the Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai area. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
Drive Car Rental
THAIRENTACAR
Sunnycars
Avis
Budget
Sixt
Chic Car Rent
Hertz
Best Thailand car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Thailand with an average daily rate of $58. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Thailand including options serving Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Thailand?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (9.2 rating), Yesaway (8.5 rating) and Budget (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Thailand.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?
When hiring a car in Thailand, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Hertz, and with prices around $33/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Hertz is MINI, which starts as low as $30/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?
At $31/day, the cheapest car rental price in Thailand was found in Phuket City. On average, Chiang Mai has the cheapest daily rental car price ($39/day), which is 19% below average price for cities in Thailand.
What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?
Cars in Thailand are to be driven on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Thailand
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Thailand. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($19+).
Electric
$28+
Hybrid
$29+
Petrol/Diesel
$19+