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Cheap Car Rentals in 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 Thailand with a pick-up date of 19/6 and drop-off date of 26/6. 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.
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Thailand car rentals 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 14 June 2025.

Most popular company

Drive Car Rental

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$41

Cheapest price per day

$26

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 14 June 2025.

At $26/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Thailand in the past week. Out of 39 car hire agencies operating in Thailand, there are, in total, 454 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare car rental deals in Thailand by type

Here are the best Thailand small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Thailand medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Thailand SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Thailand van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Skoda Fabia$26/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Toyota Yaris$26/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
BYD ATTO 3$28/day
4
M
A/C
BYD ATTO 3

Best car rental deals found in Thailand

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Thailand with an average daily rate of $52. Data was last updated on 14 June 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Thailand including options serving Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Skoda Fabia$26/day
2
M
A/C
Skoda Fabia
Holden Barina$26/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Nissan Pulsar$28/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Pulsar

Cheapflights insights for Thailand car rentals

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?

Book your car hire in Thailand 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $39/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 42% off the usual average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?

Looking to hire a car in Thailand? THAIRENTACAR had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $22.24/day. Drive Car Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $23.32/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand?

Planning to hire a car in Thailand? June is the cheapest month, costing about $34 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $59. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$54

February

$49

March

$40

April

$43

May

$38

June

$35

July

$41

August

$42

September

$41

October

$43

November

$47

December

$59

What car do most people hire in Thailand?

Economy cars (Honda City or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Thailand. Intermediate cars (Honda Civic or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Compact Truck or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?

Drive Car Rental has 37 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. THAIRENTACAR has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 34.

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 173 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 June 2025.

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 14 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Thailand, including those serving the Bangkok, Phuket City and Chiang Mai area. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Europcar

7.1
Good
30 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.2

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
12 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.6

Sixt

8.1
Very Good
10 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.9

keddy by Europcar

7.8
Good
8 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.4

Drive Car Rental

7.7
Good
4 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Budget

7.7
Good
24 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.7
Good
4 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Chic Car Rent

7.5
Good
7 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 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 $29/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $23/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Thailand?

    At $27/day, the cheapest car rental price in Thailand was found in Bangkok. On average, Bangkok has the cheapest daily rental car price ($39/day), which is 10% below average price for cities in Thailand.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?

    Cars in Thailand are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Thailand

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Thailand. Deals were last updated on 14 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($14+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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