Thailand

Cheap Car Rentals in Thailand from AED 69

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 19/5 and drop-off date of 26/5. 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.
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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 18 April 2026.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

AED 113

Cheapest price per day

AED 69

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 18 April 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 AED 69/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

AED 69+

Compact

Compact

AED 72+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 101+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 160+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 112+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 105+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 108+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 108+

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

Here are the best Thailand SUV 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:

MG 3AED 69/day
2
M
MG 3
Volkswagen GolfAED 72/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Ford FiestaAED 73/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 116. Data was last updated on 18 April 2026.
MG 3AED 69/day
2
M
MG 3
Volkswagen GolfAED 72/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Ford FiestaAED 73/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta

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 86, which is about 180% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 AED 53.58/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is THAIRENTACAR , with rates starting at AED 60.22/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 135

March

AED 125

April

AED 111

May

AED 106

June

AED 95

July

AED 97

August

AED 90

September

AED 77

October

AED 106

November

AED 103

December

AED 142

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?

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 18 April 2026.

Out of all the popular cities in Thailand, Phuket City is the cheapest city to rent a car (AED 67/day). Other popular cities in Thailand to get a cheap rental car are: Chiang Mai (AED 75/day), Bangkok (AED 76/day), and Ko Samui (AED 80/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 18 April 2026.

Europcar

6.8
Okay
33 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
25 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.3

Sixt

8.3
Very Good
13 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

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 18 April 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand?

    With an average price of AED 83/day, Drive Car Rental is the most popular car hire provider in Thailand, booking 295% 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 105/day), which is 22% 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 18 April 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 (AED 17+).

Electric

Electric

AED 27+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 17+

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