Chiang Mai

Cheap Car Hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand from $24

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Chiang Mai, Thailand car hires in 2026

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 29 June 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVECARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

$2.30

Average price per day

$42

Cheapest price per day

$24

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 29 June 2026.

There are currently 38 hire locations operating in Chiang Mai spread across 29 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Chiang Mai is small car at $24 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

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 $47. Data was last updated on 29 June 2026.
Suzuki Swift$24/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Skoda Fabia$25/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Honda Fit$31/day
2
5
M
A/C
Honda Fit

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 82 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $29/day on average when booked 82 days ahead, which saves you 6% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Chiang Mai?

Looking to hire a car in Chiang Mai? Yesaway had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $13.73/day. Thrifty also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $15.45/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 THAIRENTACAR (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 $29 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

$49

February

$49

March

$36

April

$39

May

$32

June

$33

July

$36

August

$35

September

$29

October

$36

November

$42

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: Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Passenger van cars (Mitsubishi Xpander or similar).

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 29 June 2026.

THAIRENTACAR

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

9.3
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

9.3

True Leasing

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Yesaway

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.1

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Chic Car Rent

7.7
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Europcar

7.5
Good
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.5

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

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 29 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chiang Mai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $42/day when booking a car hire in Chiang Mai. The absolute best deal a user found was for $23/day from Drive Car Rental, booked on Jun. 27.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai for a week from Drive Car Rental?

    Drive Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in Chiang Mai, offering car hire for around $264 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 $1,131 ($38/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 $51. Usually a Compact 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 Compact for July, it will cost approximately $31 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 29 June 2026.

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 ($18+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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