Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from R302
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 15/6 and drop-off date of 18/6. 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 2 June 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R357 |
Cheapest price per day | R302 |
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 2 June 2025.
January
R557
February
R521
March
R413
April
R449
May
R377
June
R377
July
R431
August
R413
September
R359
October
R395
November
R431
December
R575
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 2 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 R302 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R318+
Compact
R302+
Intermediate
R666+
Standard
R663+
Full-size
R898+
People carrier
R847+
Full-size SUV
R832+
Passenger van
R772+
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 2 June 2025.
Small cars | R306 - R549 | |
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All Car Types | R388 - R846 |
To hire a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of R401/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Thailand (~R306/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R549/day). In fact, June is about 24% 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 R567/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Thailand (~R561/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R1 083/day). In fact, May is about 2% 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 5% 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 R828/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Thailand (~R668/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 649/day). In fact, August is about 20% 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 29% 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 R698/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Thailand (~R606/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R1 310/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 15% 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 R701/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Thailand (~R614/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 649/day). In fact, April is about 13% 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 16% 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 2 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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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 R698. Data was last updated on 2 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.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 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 R590/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R293/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 R357/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Phuket City for just R293/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 2 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 (R18+).
Electric
R45+
Hybrid
R28+
Petrol/Diesel
R18+