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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 19 December 2024.

January

Rp 467,139

February

Rp 467,139

March

Rp 386,597

April

Rp 402,706

May

Rp 354,381

June

Rp 370,489

July

Rp 418,814

August

Rp 370,489

September

Rp 322,164

October

Rp 370,489

November

Rp 434,922

December

Rp 547,680

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.

Compare available car types for rental in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 19 December 2024.

Small cars

Rp 285,357 - Rp 2,086,581

All Car Types

Rp 312,661 - Rp 1,881,548

To hire a small car in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of Rp 488,465/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~Rp 285,357/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 2,086,581/day). In fact, May is about 42% 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 30% 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.

To hire a large car in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of Rp 681,485/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~Rp 795,586/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 2,417,364/day). In fact, September is about 16% 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 saves you 3% 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.

To hire a SUV in Chiang Mai, Thailand, you would pay an average price of Rp 865,665/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chiang Mai, Thailand (~Rp 735,395/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 3,935,405/day). In fact, September is about 16% 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 20% 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.

Top rental agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chiang Mai, Thailand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Chiang Mai, including Europcar, THAIRENTACAR and Hertz. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chiang Mai, Thailand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • 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 Rp 21,585.06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between Rp 971,327 and Rp 1,403,028 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Chiang Mai for a week can be a great option for travel. Drive Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around Rp 6,008,860/week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 34% on a hire car in Chiang Mai. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 42 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?

    Toyota Yaris, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Chiang Mai according to Cheapflights users.

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