Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from R314
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 28/11 and drop-off date of 9/12. 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 2026
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 9 October 2026.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | R486 |
Cheapest price per day | R314 |
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 9 October 2026.
There are currently 517 hire locations operating in Thailand spread across 51 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Thailand is small car at R314 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R314+
Compact
R314+
Intermediate
R719+
Full-size SUV
R687+
Mini
R364+
Premium
R1 519+
Passenger van
R586+
Luxury
R1 640+
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 R940. Data was last updated on 9 October 2026.
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 45 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R432, which is about 1 428% 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 R13,62/day. Enterprise Rent-A-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R15,79/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 R375/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Thailand is December (R619/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
R546
February
R570
March
R439
April
R477
May
R407
June
R409
July
R459
August
R467
September
R375
October
R416
November
R458
December
R619
What car do most people hire in Thailand?
Compact cars (Nissan Almera, for example) are the most popular in Thailand. Economy (Honda City) and Mini (Toyota Yaris) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Thailand.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?
Avis has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chic Car Rent has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 34.
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 131 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 9 October 2026.
If you're looking for the best car hire deals in Thailand, start with Bangkok, where rates average R284/day. You can also find good prices in Phuket City (R379/day), Chiang Mai (R477/day), and Krabi (R479/day).
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 9 October 2026.
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Diamond Car Rental Service Locations in Thailand
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Cat Car Rent
Cat Car Rent Locations in Thailand
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 October 2026.
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 Europcar, and with prices around R289/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is COMPACT, which starts as low as R289/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 Chiang Mai where rental cars typically will cost around R477/day (25% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Chiang Mai for just R290/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 9 October 2026.
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 (R31+).
Electric
R33+
Hybrid
R33+
Petrol/Diesel
R31+