Thailand

Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from Rp 269,071

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 6/7 and drop-off date of 8/7. 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 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

Drive Car Rental

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

Rp 497,922

Cheapest price per day

Rp 269,071

Popular car types in Thailand

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Thailand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

In Thailand, there are 494 active hire locations from 47 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Thailand in the past week - currently priced from Rp 269,071/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Rp 303,571+

Compact

Compact

Rp 269,071+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 446,429+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 462,379+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Rp 728,849+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 926,491+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Rp 1,211,165+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Rp 427,358+

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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 269,071/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 305,652/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Thailand

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Thailand with an average daily rate of Rp 490,898. Data was last updated on 7 May 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 269,071/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 305,652/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Nissan SerenaRp 462,379/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Serena

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Thailand, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 409,154/day – about 1,579,519% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?

In Thailand, the most affordable car hire company right now is Drive Car Rental, offering prices from just Rp 276,525.66/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with rates starting at Rp 309,119.28/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Thailand? September is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 339,806 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 606,796. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 547,850

February

Rp 589,459

March

Rp 440,361

April

Rp 468,100

May

Rp 367,545

June

Rp 357,143

July

Rp 423,024

August

Rp 405,687

September

Rp 339,806

October

Rp 402,219

November

Rp 440,361

December

Rp 606,796

What car do most people hire in Thailand?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Thailand are the following: Mini cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and Compact cars (Nissan Almera or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?

Drive Car Rental has 41 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sunnycars has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 36.

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Thailand?

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Thailand, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 188 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Thailand, Phuket City offers the lowest average rental price at just Rp 260,922/day. Other affordable options include Bangkok (Rp 305,305/day), Chiang Mai (Rp 321,949/day), and Hat Yai (Rp 467,233/day).

Top rental agencies in Thailand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 7 May 2026.

Europcar

6.8
Okay
34 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
13 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Budget

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Sixt

8.2
Very Good
13 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.1

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
4 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

keddy by Europcar

7.9
Good
8 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.2

Drive Car Rental

7.8
Good
4 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

THAIRENTACAR

7.5
Good
5 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

8.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 May 2026.
  • 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 Rp 368,412/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Drive Car Rental is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 276,526/day.

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

    At Rp 311,604/day, it is 52% cheaper on average to rent a car in Phuket City than any other city in Thailand. The cheapest price found in Thailand was for Rp 266,297/day in Phuket City.

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

    In Thailand, drivers are expected to drive 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 7 May 2026.

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 (Rp 16+).

Electric

Electric

Rp 28+

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 16+

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