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Cheap Car Hire in Chiang Mai, 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 Chiang Mai with a pick-up date of 21/9 and drop-off date of 21/10. 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.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.05 |
Average price per day | $41 |
Cheapest price per day | $22 |
Popular car types in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
There are currently 30 hire locations operating in Chiang Mai spread across 24 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Chiang Mai is small car at $22 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$22+
Compact
$25+
Intermediate
$35+
Standard
$45+
People mover
$41+
Full-size SUV
$56+
Passenger van
$46+
Supplier choice saloon
$30+
Compare car hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand by type
Here are the best Chiang Mai small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Chiang Mai medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Chiang Mai SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Chiang Mai van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota Yaris$22/day
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Seat Cupra Born$25/day
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Subaru Crosstrek$27/day
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Best car hire deals found in Chiang Mai
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand with an average daily rate of $42. Data was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Toyota Yaris$22/day
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Seat Cupra Born$25/day
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Subaru Crosstrek$27/day
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Cheapflights insights for Chiang Mai car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chiang Mai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chiang Mai?
Book your car hire in Chiang Mai 67 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $35/day on average when booked 67 days ahead, which saves you 35% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Chiang Mai?
Looking to hire a car in Chiang Mai? Drive Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $19.53/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $20.02/day.
What is the best car rental company in Chiang Mai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Chiang Mai is Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). THAIRENTACAR (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Europcar
10.0
THAIRENTACAR
10.0
Budget
9.3
Drive Car Rental
8.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chiang Mai?
Planning to hire a car in Chiang Mai? September is the cheapest month, costing about $31 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $57. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$51
February
$48
March
$35
April
$38
May
$32
June
$34
July
$38
August
$37
September
$31
October
$35
November
$43
December
$57
What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Chiang Mai are the following: SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), Mini cars (Class Minivan or similar), and Economy cars (Nissan Almera or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Chiang Mai?
ASAP Car Rentals has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Chiang Mai at 2.
Top hire agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Europcar
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
THAIRENTACAR
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Budget
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
9.3
Drive Car Rental
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.8
Alamo
1 location
Avis
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1 location
Chic Car Rent
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.2
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Chiang Mai?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $41/day when booking a car hire in Chiang Mai. The absolute best deal a user found was for $31/day from Budget, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai for a week from Budget?
Budget is one of the most popular car hire companies in Chiang Mai, offering car hire for around $189 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Chiang Mai for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Chiang Mai for a month?
The monthly cost of a car hire in Chiang Mai is $811 ($27/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Chiang Mai for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Chiang Mai, you can expect the average price to be around $153. Usually a Economy hire in Chiang Mai is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for September, it will cost approximately $61 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Browse car hires by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Deals were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).
Electric
$33+
Hybrid
$22+
Petrol/Diesel
$15+