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Cheap Car Hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand from $26
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 Chiang Mai with a pick-up date of 25/9 and drop-off date of 2/10. 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.
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Popular car types in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Chiang Mai, 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 September 2025.
There are, in total, 31 car hire locations in Chiang Mai that are operated by 25 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $26/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Chiang Mai hire providers:
Economy
$26+
Compact
$31+
Intermediate
$42+
Full-size SUV
$71+
Pick-up truck
$54+
Intermediate SUV
$57+
Standard SUV
$58+
Compare car rental deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand by type
Here are the best Chiang Mai small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Chiang Mai medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Chiang Mai SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Holden Barina$26/day
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Hyundai i20$31/day
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Best car rental deals found in Chiang Mai
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand with an average daily rate of $49. Data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Holden Barina$26/day
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Hyundai i20$31/day
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Hyundai i30$42/day
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Cheapflights insights for Chiang Mai car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chiang Mai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chiang Mai?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Chiang Mai, book about 39 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $39, which is about 47% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Chiang Mai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Chiang Mai is Europcar (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). THAIRENTACAR (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
Europcar
10.0
THAIRENTACAR
10.0
Budget
9.3
Drive Car Rental
8.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chiang Mai?
At Chiang Mai, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $63 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Chiang Mai, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging $63 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$56
February
$51
March
$39
April
$42
May
$36
June
$37
July
$42
August
$41
September
$34
October
$39
November
$47
December
$63
What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Chiang Mai are the following: SUV cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), Full-size cars (Class Full-size SUV or similar), and Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Chiang Mai?
ASAP Car Rentals has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Budget has the second-highest number of locations in Chiang Mai at 2.
Top rental agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 2 September 2025.
Europcar
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
THAIRENTACAR
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Budget
3 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
9.3
Drive Car Rental
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.8
Alamo
1 location
Avis
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.0
Value
8.0
Chic Car Rent
1 review•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.2
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1 location
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai for a week from Drive Car Rental?
Hiring a car in Chiang Mai for a week can be a great option for travel. Drive Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $277/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much is a car hire in Chiang Mai for a weekend?
$0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Chiang Mai, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Chiang Mai, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of October, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $0/day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Deals were last updated on 2 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($21+).
Electric
$39+
Hybrid
$25+
Petrol/Diesel
$21+