Chiang Mai, Thailand car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | DRIVECARRENTAL |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | Rp 26,456.92 |
Average price per day | Rp 340,007 |
Cheapest price per day | Rp 331,963 |
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?
Book your car hire in Chiang Mai 38 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 446,907/day on average when booked 38 days ahead, which saves you 1,586,364% off the average price.
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 Thai Rent (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Chiang Mai?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Chiang Mai is May, when you can expect to pay Rp 393,279/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Chiang Mai is December (Rp 697,176/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
Rp 625,670
February
Rp 589,918
March
Rp 446,907
April
Rp 500,536
May
Rp 393,279
June
Rp 429,031
July
Rp 518,413
August
Rp 464,784
September
Rp 411,155
October
Rp 446,907
November
Rp 518,413
December
Rp 697,176
What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?
Economy cars (Nissan Almera or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Chiang Mai. SUV cars (Class Oversize SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar).
Top rental agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 12 October 2026.
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Yesaway
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Thrifty
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Chiang Mai?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under Rp 340,007/day when booking a car hire in Chiang Mai. The absolute best deal a user found was for Rp 331,963/day from Drive Car Rental, booked on Oct. 10.
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 Rp 2,380,050/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Chiang Mai however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.