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Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from RM 78

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 13/3 and drop-off date of 26/3. 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 2024

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 21 December 2024.

Most popular company

ASAP Car Rentals

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

RM 158

Cheapest price per day

RM 78

What are the car hire 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 215 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.

Price

RM 92 - RM 138

Out of all the popular cities in Thailand, Phuket City is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just RM 92/day. Renting a car in Phuket City is 33% cheaper than renting one in Hat Yai where the per day rate is around RM 138. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Thailand to get a rental car in are: Chiang Rai (RM 104/day), Chiang Mai (RM 105/day), and Bangkok (RM 107/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Bangkok should expect to spend around RM 107/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Thailand is Bangkok.

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 21 December 2024.

January

RM 135

February

RM 135

March

RM 117

April

RM 112

May

RM 99

June

RM 99

July

RM 108

August

RM 108

September

RM 90

October

RM 99

November

RM 112

December

RM 153

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 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 21 December 2024.

At RM 78/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Thailand in the past week. Out of 33 car hire agencies operating in Thailand, there are, in total, 440 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 86+

Compact

Compact

RM 99+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 120+

Standard

Standard

RM 150+

SUV

SUV

RM 814+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 137+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 209+

Mini

Mini

RM 78+

Compare available car types for rental in Thailand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 21 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 92 - RM 148

All Car Types

RM 155 - RM 250

To rent a small car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 114/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Thailand (~RM 92/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 148/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a small car saves you 38% 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 rent a medium car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 207/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Thailand (~RM 153/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 283/day). In fact, June is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a medium car is 11% 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 319/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Thailand (~RM 250/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 429/day). In fact, August is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a large car is 43% 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 rent a SUV in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 210/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Thailand (~RM 164/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 291/day). In fact, August is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a SUV is 12% 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 rent a van in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 247/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a van in Thailand (~RM 190/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~RM 334/day). In fact, June is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a van is 26% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Thailand, you would pay an average price of RM 306/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Thailand (~RM 267/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 607/day). In fact, January is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Thailand. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Thailand, renting a luxury car is 40% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Perodua MyviRM 78/day
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Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 86/day
2
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A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua MyviRM 90/day
2
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Perodua Myvi

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 21 December 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Thailand region, including those located within the Bangkok, Phuket City and Hat Yai area. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

Drive Car Rental

37 locations

THAIRENTACAR

34 locations

Avis

29 locations

Sunnycars

28 locations

Budget

23 locations

Sixt

22 locations

Chic Car Rent

21 locations

Hertz

21 locations

Best Thailand car rental deals found

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 RM 184. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Thailand, including options within the Bangkok, Phuket City and Hat Yai area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Perodua MyviRM 78/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Proton PersonaRM 86/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Perodua MyviRM 90/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Thailand?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (9.1 rating), Yesaway (8.5 rating) and Thrifty (8.5 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 ASAP Car Rentals, and with prices around RM 114/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from ASAP Car Rentals is ECONOMY, which starts as low as RM 75/day.

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

    At RM 98/day, the cheapest car rental price in Thailand was found in Phuket City. On average, Krabi has the cheapest daily rental car price (RM 134/day), which is 24% below average price for cities in Thailand.

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

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Thailand.

Small car rentals in Thailand

Find small car rental deals in Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Thailand cost an average of RM 117 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Perodua MyviRM 78/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Perodua AxiaRM 78/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 90/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

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 21 December 2024.

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 (RM 22+).

Electric

Electric

RM 29+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 30+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 22+

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