Cheap Car Hire in Thailand from R321
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 9/5 and drop-off date of 20/5. 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 25 March 2025.
Most popular company | Drive Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | R369 |
Cheapest price per day | R321 |
Thailand car hire prices in popular cities
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 217 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Price | R340 - R397 |
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What is the 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 25 March 2025.
January
R563
February
R527
March
R436
April
R454
May
R382
June
R418
July
R454
August
R436
September
R363
October
R400
November
R436
December
R582
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Thailand is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 25 March 2025.
There are currently 446 hire locations operating in Thailand spread across 37 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Thailand is small car at R321 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R348+
Compact
R332+
Intermediate
R452+
SUV
R3 447+
People carrier
R575+
Full-size SUV
R782+
Mini
R321+
Passenger van
R910+
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 25 March 2025.
Small cars | R312 - R554 | |
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All Car Types | R392 - R989 |
To hire a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of R415/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Thailand (~R312/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R554/day). In fact, June is about 25% 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 37% 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 R582/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Thailand (~R489/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 211/day). In fact, May is about 16% 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 11% 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 R773/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Thailand (~R676/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R1 668/day). In fact, August is about 13% 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 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.
To hire a SUV in Thailand, you would pay an average price of R1 154/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Thailand (~R648/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R4 519/day). In fact, June is about 44% 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 44% 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. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Thailand (~R450/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 245/day). In fact, May is about 36% 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 7% 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.
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 25 March 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.
Drive Car Rental
THAIRENTACAR
Sunnycars
Avis
Budget
Sixt
Chic Car Rent
Hertz
Best Thailand car hire deals found
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 R642. Data was last updated on 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Thailand?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (8,9 rating), Yesaway (8,5 rating) and Budget (8,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Thailand.
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 R321/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R304/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 R340/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Thailand was found in Phuket City for just R307/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Thailand?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Thailand.
Small car hires in Thailand
Find small car hire deals in Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Thailand cost an average of R530 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
Van hires in Thailand
Find people carrier hire deals in Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Thailand cost an average of R1 323 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 March 2025.
For those needing a little more space, we've found these great deals on van hires in Thailand, including pickup near Phuket City, Bangkok and Ko Samui. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
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 25 March 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 (R21+).
Electric
R35+
Hybrid
R33+
Petrol/Diesel
R21+