Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from $22
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 19/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. 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 hires 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 13 June 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $36 |
Cheapest price per day | $22 |
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 13 June 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Thailand this past week from 454 hire locations out of 39 hire agencies. Prices for a Thailand small car hire start from $22/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$22+
Compact
$25+
Intermediate
$34+
SUV
$64+
People mover
$39+
Full-size SUV
$50+
Mini
$23+
Passenger van
$59+
Compare car hire deals in Thailand by type
Here are the best Thailand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Here are the best Thailand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Thailand van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Thailand
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 $41. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on hire cars in Thailand including options serving Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Cheapflights insights for Thailand car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Thailand, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Thailand?
Book your car hire in Thailand 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $39/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 35% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?
Drive Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Thailand with deals as low as $18.06/day found in the past two weeks. THAIRENTACAR is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $19.52/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand is June, when you can expect to pay $35/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Thailand is December ($57/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$52
February
$49
March
$39
April
$45
May
$38
June
$35
July
$40
August
$40
September
$38
October
$42
November
$44
December
$57
What car do most people hire in Thailand?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Thailand are the following: SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?
Drive Car Rental has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. THAIRENTACAR has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 34.
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 173 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in Thailand, Chiang Rai is the cheapest city to hire a car ($19/day). Other popular cities in Thailand to get a cheap car hire are: Phuket City ($22/day), Udon Thani ($22/day), and Ko Samui ($24/day).
Top hire 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 13 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Thailand, including locations near Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Thailand, including locations around Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?
The most popular car hire company at Thailand is Drive Car Rental. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $18/day about 345% more people book with Drive Car Rental than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?
At $18/day, the cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Chiang Rai. On average, Chiang Rai has the cheapest daily rental car price ($19/day), which is 57% below average price for cities in Thailand.
What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?
In Thailand, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in Thailand
Browse car hires by fuel type in Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Thailand. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($14+).
Electric
$20+
Hybrid
$20+
Petrol/Diesel
$14+