Car hire in Thailand

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Thailand

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Thailand car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Thailand car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Drive Car Rental
Most popular car	Small
Pick-up points	31, Bangkok is most popular
Cheapest price found	C$29 per day, Ubon Ratchathani
Best time to book	3 weeks before

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Cities in Thailand

Take a look at the different cities in Thailand you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in Thailand

If you’re flying to Thailand it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Khon Kaen airport

From

C$30

per day

Car hire at Udon Thani airport

From

C$33

per day

Car hire at Surat Thani airport

From

C$34

per day

Car hire at Samui International airport

From

C$36

per day

Car hire at Phuket airport

From

C$38

per day

Car hire at Chiang Mai airport

From

C$39

per day

Car hire at Krabi airport

From

C$39

per day

Car hire at Don Mueang airport

From

C$42

per day

Car hire at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport

From

C$48

per day

Car hire at Khon Kaen airport

From

C$30

per day

Car hire at Udon Thani airport

From

C$33

per day

Car hire at Surat Thani airport

From

C$34

per day

Car hire at Samui International airport

From

C$36

per day

Car hire at Phuket airport

From

C$38

per day

Car hire at Chiang Mai airport

From

C$39

per day

Car hire at Krabi airport

From

C$39

per day

Car hire at Don Mueang airport

From

C$42

per day

Car hire at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport

From

C$48

per day

Find the best car rental deal in Thailand

Small cars in Pattaya

From

C$34

per day

Medium cars in Pattaya

From

C$35

per day

SUV in Pattaya

From

C$52

per day

Large cars in Pattaya

From

C$62

per day

Luxury cars in Pattaya

From

C$73

per day

Small cars in Hat Yai (Songkhla)

From

C$34

per day

Medium cars in Hat Yai (Songkhla)

From

C$45

per day

SUV in Hat Yai (Songkhla)

From

C$71

per day

Luxury cars in Hat Yai (Songkhla)

From

C$91

per day

Small cars in Krabi

From

C$34

per day

Medium cars in Krabi

From

C$34

per day

SUV in Krabi

From

C$55

per day

Large cars in Krabi

From

C$61

per day

Luxury cars in Krabi

From

C$95

per day

Medium cars in Koh Samui

From

C$36

per day

SUV in Koh Samui

From

C$55

per day

Large cars in Koh Samui

From

C$61

per day

Small cars in Koh Samui

From

C$78

per day

Small cars in Bangkok

From

C$39

per day

Medium cars in Bangkok

From

C$39

per day

SUV in Bangkok

From

C$40

per day

Large cars in Bangkok

From

C$49

per day

Luxury cars in Bangkok

From

C$72

per day

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What are the best car hire companies in Thailand?

Car hire in Thailand: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Thailand?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Thailand, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Thailand?

To rent a car with most companies in Thailand you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Thailand?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Thailand is Keddy By Europcar. You can rent a car with them for C$0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Keddy By Europcar, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Thailand?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Thailand depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Thailand, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Thailand?

It depends on where in Thailand you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket.

In Bangkok, it costs around C$60 per day or C$824 per week.

In Pattaya, it costs around C$48 per day or C$279 per week.

In Phuket, it costs around C$150 per day or C$520 per week.

How do I hire a car in Thailand?

It’s easy to hire a car in Thailand. First, you need to decide where in Thailand you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Thailand long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Thailand?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Thailand. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Thailand?

It depends where in Thailand you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Bangkok. On average, it costs C$60 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is C$39 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Thailand

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Thailand is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Thailand are Drive Car Rental, Chic Car Rent and asap car rental. The cheapest company we've found is Jaroon Rental. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are C$29 a day and C$26 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Thailand you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Thailand. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Thailand is Bangkok. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Ubon Ratchathani.

Hire a car long term in Thailand

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Thailand with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.