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Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from AED 52

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 29/7 and drop-off date of 4/8. 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 6 July 2026.

Most popular company

Drive Car Rental

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

AED 105

Cheapest price per day

AED 52
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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 6 July 2026.
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In Thailand, there are 504 active hire locations from 51 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Thailand in the past week - currently priced from AED 52/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

AED 52+

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Compact

Compact

AED 55+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 86+

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Standard

Standard

AED 153+

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People carrier

People carrier

AED 97+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 167+

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Mini

Mini

AED 63+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 117+

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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 AED 109. Data was last updated on 6 July 2026.
MG 3AED 52/day
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A/C
MG 3
Found 07/05/26
Volkswagen GolfAED 55/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Found 07/05/26
Ford FiestaAED 58/day
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A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 07/05/26

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Thailand, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 88, which is about 190% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Thailand?

In Thailand, the most affordable car hire company right now is THAIRENTACAR , offering prices from just AED 11.95/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thrifty, with rates starting at AED 14.76/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Thailand is September, when you can expect to pay AED 77/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Thailand is January (AED 148/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

AED 148

February

AED 133

March

AED 125

April

AED 112

May

AED 109

June

AED 94

July

AED 94

August

AED 93

September

AED 77

October

AED 106

November

AED 102

December

AED 144

What car do most people hire in Thailand?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Thailand are the following: Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), Pick-up truck cars (Toyota Hilux or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Corolla or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Thailand?

Avis has 29 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Chic Car Rent has the second-highest number of locations in Thailand at 22.

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 120 pickup locations in Thailand to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 July 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Thailand, Phuket City is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 68/day). Other popular cities in Thailand to get a cheap rental car are: Bangkok (AED 70/day), Krabi (AED 83/day), and Ko Samui (AED 93/day).

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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 6 July 2026.

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
13 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.7

Budget

8.4
Very Good
27 reviews•22 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

Chic Car Rent

7.5
Good
7 reviews•22 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.0

Alamo

7.0
Good
1 review•9 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Avis

5.8
Fair
8 reviews•29 locations
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Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.7

Diamond Car Rental Service

1 location
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National

15 locations
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Cat Car Rent

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 July 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?

    With an average price of AED 52/day, THAIRENTACAR is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand, booking 22% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At AED 52/day, the cheapest car rental price in Thailand was found in Surat Thani. On average, Nan has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 102/day), which is 18% 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.

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 6 July 2026.
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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 (AED 15+).

Electric

Electric

AED 22+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 21+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 15+

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