Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from $24
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 23/6 and drop-off date of 30/6. 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 24 May 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | $40 |
Cheapest price per day | $24 |
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 24 May 2025.
Price | $24 - $96 |
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Cheapest time to hire 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 24 May 2025.
January
$51
February
$46
March
$35
April
$38
May
$32
June
$32
July
$37
August
$37
September
$30
October
$34
November
$38
December
$55
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 24 May 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 $24/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$24+
Compact
$25+
Intermediate
$32+
Standard
$37+
Full-size
$45+
SUV
$56+
People mover
$40+
Full-size SUV
$54+
Compare available car types for hire 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 24 May 2025.
Small cars | $30 - $56 | |
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All Car Types | $53 - $93 |
To hire a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $38/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Thailand (~$30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$56/day). In fact, September is about 22% 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 44% 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 $66/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Thailand (~$47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$93/day). In fact, September is about 29% 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 saves you 2% 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 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 $102/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Thailand (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$126/day). In fact, May is about 18% 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 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 large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a SUV in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $74/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Thailand (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$106/day). In fact, March is about 16% 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 11% 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 $84/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Thailand (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$114/day). In fact, March is about 22% 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 22% 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:
To hire a luxury car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of $138/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Thailand (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$192/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Thailand, hiring a luxury car is 52% 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.
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 24 May 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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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 $40. Data was last updated on 24 May 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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 May 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?
The most popular car hire company at Thailand is THAIRENTACAR . With prices on ECONOMY starting at $20/day about 155% more people book with THAIRENTACAR than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?
At $21/day, the cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Pattaya. On average, Pattaya has the cheapest daily rental car price ($27/day), which is 40% 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 24 May 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 ($15+).
Electric
$23+
Hybrid
$19+
Petrol/Diesel
$15+