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Cheap Car Rentals in Ko Samui from $27
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 Ko Samui with a pick-up date of 20/9 and drop-off date of 26/9. 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 Ko Samui
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ko Samui and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 22 August 2025.
There are currently 27 hire locations operating in Ko Samui spread across 20 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Ko Samui is small car at $27 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
$27+
Compact
$30+
Intermediate
$42+
People mover
$47+
Full-size SUV
$71+
Passenger van
$45+
Pick-up truck
$50+
Compact SUV
$46+
Compare car rental deals in Ko Samui by type
Here are the best Ko Samui small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Ko Samui SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota Prius c$27/day
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Mercedes-Benz EQA$30/day
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Audi A1$43/day
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Best car rental deals found in Ko Samui
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ko Samui. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ko Samui with an average daily rate of $53. Data was last updated on 22 August 2025.
Toyota Prius c$27/day
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Mercedes-Benz EQA$30/day
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Holden Commodore$42/day
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Cheapflights insights for Ko Samui car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ko Samui, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Ko Samui?
For the best savings on car rentals in Ko Samui, make your reservation 82 days before pickup. The average price then is just $36/day – about 42% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Ko Samui?
Drive Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Ko Samui with deals as low as $22.81/day found in the past two weeks. Dollar is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $49.66/day.
What is the best car rental company in Ko Samui?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Ko Samui is Drive Car Rental (rated 10.0/10). Hertz (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Drive Car Rental
10.0
Hertz
10.0
Sixt
10.0
Budget
9.3
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ko Samui?
Planning to hire a car in Ko Samui? September is the cheapest month, costing about $33 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $62. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$53
February
$52
March
$41
April
$43
May
$36
June
$34
July
$43
August
$48
September
$33
October
$38
November
$40
December
$62
What car do most people hire in Ko Samui?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Ko Samui. Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Mitsubishi Outlander or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Ko Samui?
Both Drive Car Rental and Sunnycars have 3 locations in Ko Samui, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Ko Samui
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ko Samui known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ko Samui. Reviews were last updated on 22 August 2025.
Drive Car Rental
3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Hertz
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Sixt
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Budget
2 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Overall
9.3
Pick-up/drop-off
9.3
Value
8.6
keddy by Europcar
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.2
Pick-up/drop-off
9.2
Value
9.2
Alamo
1 location
Chic Car Rent
2 locations
Europcar
1 review•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
5.5
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.5
Value
6.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ko Samui, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 August 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Ko Samui for a week from Drive Car Rental?
Drive Car Rental is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Ko Samui. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $374 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Ko Samui?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Ko Samui for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Ko Samui for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Ko Samui are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in September to be on average $37 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Ko Samui
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Ko Samui. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Ko Samui. Deals were last updated on 22 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Ko Samui. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($15+).
Hybrid
$23+
Petrol/Diesel
$15+
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