Cheap Car Hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand from £12
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 3/11 and drop-off date of 24/11. 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.
Chiang Mai, Thailand car hires in 2026
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 12 October 2026.
Most popular company | DRIVECARRENTAL |
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Price of gas per litre | £1.11 |
Average price per day | £21 |
Cheapest price per day | £12 |
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 12 October 2026.
There are 29 hire agencies servicing Chiang Mai. These agencies, altogether, have 38 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Chiang Mai with prices from £12 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Chiang Mai:
Economy
£12+
Compact
£13+
Intermediate
£22+
Standard
£38+
People carrier
£18+
Full-size SUV
£28+
Mini
£17+
Supplier choice
£20+
Best car hire deals found in Chiang Mai
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 £22. Data was last updated on 12 October 2026.
Cheapflights insights for Chiang Mai car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chiang Mai, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chiang Mai?
For the best savings on car hire in Chiang Mai, make your reservation 38 days before pickup. The average price then is just £19/day – about 36% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Chiang Mai?
In Chiang Mai, the most affordable car hire company right now is Yesaway, offering prices from just £15.93/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Thai Rent, with rates starting at £16.30/day.
What is the best car rental company in Chiang Mai?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Chiang Mai is Thai Rent (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 9.3/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chiang Mai?
Planning to hire a car in Chiang Mai? May is the cheapest month, costing about £17 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £29. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£26
February
£25
March
£19
April
£21
May
£17
June
£18
July
£22
August
£20
September
£17
October
£19
November
£22
December
£29
What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?
Compact cars (Nissan Almera, for example) are the most popular in Chiang Mai. Passenger van (Class Luxury Van) and Economy (Nissan Almera) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Chiang Mai.
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 12 October 2026.
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Yesaway
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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 12 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Chiang Mai?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £21/day when booking a car hire in Chiang Mai. The absolute best deal a user found was for £11/day from Thai Rent, booked on Oct. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai for a week from Drive Car Rental?
Drive Car Rental is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Chiang Mai. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about £137 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chiang Mai?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Chiang Mai however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
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 £586 (£20/day) on average.
How much is a car hire in Chiang Mai for a weekend?
It costs £24 for a weekend car hire in Chiang Mai, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Chiang Mai in November, prices are £25 per day on average.
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 12 October 2026.
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 (£16+).
Electric
£26+
Hybrid
£24+
Petrol/Diesel
£16+