Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from R340
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 1/6 and drop-off date of 15/6. 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 28 April 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R305 |
Cheapest price per day | R340 |
What is the cheapest time to rent 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 28 April 2025.
January
R576
February
R539
March
R428
April
R465
May
R390
June
R428
July
R465
August
R446
September
R372
October
R409
November
R446
December
R595
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Thailand is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 28 April 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 R340 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R340+
Compact
R398+
Intermediate
R508+
People carrier
R560+
Full-size SUV
R768+
Mini
R352+
Passenger van
R809+
Luxury
R1 279+
Compare available car types for rental 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 28 April 2025.
Small cars | R316 - R563 | |
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All Car Types | R401 - R876 |
To hire a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of R403/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Thailand (~R316/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R563/day). In fact, June 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, renting a small car saves you 33% 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 R580/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Thailand (~R500/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 121/day). In fact, May is about 14% 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, renting a medium car saves you 4% 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 R799/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Thailand (~R691/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 706/day). In fact, August is about 14% 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, renting a large car is 26% 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.
To hire a SUV in Thailand, you would pay an average price of R723/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Thailand (~R627/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 322/day). In fact, February is about 14% 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, renting a SUV is 18% 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 R763/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Thailand (~R460/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 706/day). In fact, May is about 40% 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, renting 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:
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 28 April 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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Best Thailand car hire deals found
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 R594. Data was last updated on 28 April 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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Thailand?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (8,7 rating), Yesaway (8,5 rating) and Budget (8,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Thailand.
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 R332/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R300/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 R305/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Phuket City for just R300/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Thailand.
Small car hires in Thailand
Find small car hire deals in Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Thailand cost an average of R442 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2025.
Van hires in Thailand
Find people carrier hire deals in Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Thailand cost an average of R1 125 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2025.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on van hires in Thailand, including pickup near Phuket City, Bangkok and Ko Samui. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
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 28 April 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 (R20+).
Electric
R35+
Hybrid
R32+
Petrol/Diesel
R20+