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Cheap Car Hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand from $29

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 Chiang Mai with a pick-up date of 27/11 and drop-off date of 5/12. 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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Chiang Mai, Thailand car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$2.06

Average price per day

$43

Cheapest price per day

$29

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Chiang Mai?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Chiang Mai, 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 20 November 2024.

January

$44

February

$44

March

$36

April

$38

May

$35

June

$35

July

$39

August

$35

September

$30

October

$35

November

$39

December

$47

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chiang Mai 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 Chiang Mai, Thailand

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

There are currently 30 hire locations operating in Chiang Mai spread across 24 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Chiang Mai is small car at $29 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare available car types for hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Chiang Mai, 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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

$32 - $49

All Car Types

$45 - $71

To hire a small car in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $37/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$32/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$49/day). In fact, September is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a small car saves you 33% 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 Chiang Mai small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $60/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$79/day). In fact, August is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a medium car is 9% 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 Chiang Mai medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $91/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$149/day). In fact, May is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a large car is 39% 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 hire a SUV in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $67/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$90/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a SUV is 17% 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 Chiang Mai SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $79/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$47/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$154/day). In fact, August is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a van is 30% 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 hire a pickup truck in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of $33/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$88/day). In fact, May is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Chiang Mai. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chiang Mai, hiring a pickup truck saves you 42% 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 Chiang Mai pickup truck hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$29/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio$31/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai Accent Hatch$32/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Chiang Mai, such as Europcar, THAIRENTACAR and Hertz. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

THAIRENTACAR

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

9.2
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.1

Drive Car Rental

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.8

Alamo

1 location

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Best Chiang Mai, Thailand car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand with an average daily rate of $65. Data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Chiang Mai area. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Kia Picanto$29/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Rio$31/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Hyundai Accent Hatch$32/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chiang Mai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $43/day when booking a car hire in Chiang Mai. The absolute best deal a user found was for $30/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 17.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Chiang Mai?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Chiang Mai from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($29/day), ASAP Car Rentals ($39/day), and keddy by Europcar ($59/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chiang Mai?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, THAIRENTACAR (10.0 rating), Europcar (10.0 rating) and Budget (9.2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Chiang Mai.

  • What are petrol prices like in Chiang Mai?

    The average price of petrol in Chiang Mai is $2.06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $93 and $134 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the most popular car hire companies in Chiang Mai, offering car hire for around $240 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Chiang Mai for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 34%. Aim to book your car hire at least 90 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Chiang Mai.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Chiang Mai for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Chiang Mai for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Chiang Mai is $1,030 ($34/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Chiang Mai for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Chiang Mai, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Mini hire in Chiang Mai is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Mini for December, it will cost approximately $51 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?

    The most popular car to hire while in Chiang Mai is the Toyota Fortuner, which is a Full-size vehicle.

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Small car hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Find small car hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand cost an average of $53 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Kia Picanto$29/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$31/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$32/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Van hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Find van hire deals in Chiang Mai, Thailand from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Chiang Mai, Thailand cost an average of $118 per day. Price data was last updated on 20 November 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Chiang Mai. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota HiAce$87/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$87/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$88/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Browse car hires by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Deals were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Chiang Mai, Thailand. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($26+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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