Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from R290
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 20/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. 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 15 June 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R356 |
Cheapest price per day | R290 |
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 15 June 2025.
There are currently 454 hire locations operating in Thailand spread across 39 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Thailand is small car at R290 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R306+
Compact
R290+
Intermediate
R444+
People carrier
R768+
Full-size SUV
R788+
Mini
R321+
Passenger van
R1 087+
Pick-up truck
R494+
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Here are the best Thailand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Thailand medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 hiredeals in Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Thailand with an average daily rate of R636. Data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Thailand, including locations near Phuket City, Bangkok and Ko Samui. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, 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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Thailand, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R408, which is about 1 492% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?
Looking to hire a car in Thailand? Drive Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R210,85/day. Yesaway also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R282,02/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand is September, when you can expect to pay R363/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Thailand is December (R625/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
R582
February
R551
March
R428
April
R458
May
R402
June
R378
July
R427
August
R410
September
R363
October
R421
November
R457
December
R625
What car do most people hire in Thailand?
Economy cars (Toyota Yaris, for example) are the most popular in Thailand. Mini (Toyota Yaris) and Intermediate (Honda HR-V) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Thailand.
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.
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 15 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hiring agencies serving Thailand, including those serving the Phuket City, Bangkok and Ko Samui area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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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 15 June 2025.
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 Drive Car Rental, and with prices around R421/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R211/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?
When visiting Thailand, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Phuket City where rental cars typically will cost around R356/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Phuket City for just R292/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Thailand.
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 15 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 (R16+).
Electric
R26+
Hybrid
R24+
Petrol/Diesel
R16+