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Economy | $27/day |
Compact | $28/day |
Intermediate | $37/day |
Standard | $47/day |
Full-size | $42/day |
Full-size SUV | $70/day |
Mini | $23/day |
Passenger van | $91/day |
Standard SUV | $31/day |
Intermediate SUV | $47/day |
Compact SUV | $57/day |
The main way to get from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) is to take one of the many taxis, tuk-tuks or songtaew services available outside the airport terminal. Private transfers can also be arranged beforehand, and a number of companies operate these services to and from the airport. Car hire desks are located in the Arrivals Hall, on the ground floor of the terminal right in front of the domestic passenger lounge; you can arrange to pick your car up from the airport on arrival. Although you can arrange everything once you arrive in Chiang Mai, booking your hire car in advance can save you a lot of time and hassle.
Overseas visitors wanting to hire a car in Chiang Mai will need their passport, national driver’s licence and an international driver’s permit. The driving age in Thailand is 18 but most car hire companies will not hire to anyone under the age of 21 (some companies will go down to 20). You will also need a valid credit card. The most widely accepted credit cards are Visa and Mastercard, and you may have trouble if you try hiring a car with AMEX or other less-accepted cards. In some cases, debit cards can also be accepted if they are issued by Visa or Mastercard. Some car hire agencies permit payment of the hire fees in cash, but most will still insist on taking your credit card details for insurance purposes.
As is the case in other parts of Thailand, driving in Chiang Mai can take some getting used to for overseas visitors. Although there are laws governing the use of the roads, you may be surprised by how many motorists seem to ignore these and just follow their own rules. You should be ready to drive defensively but spontaneously. Other motorists will often not signal turns and it is often said that the key to driving in Thailand is to closely follow the cues of other motorists rather than trying to follow legal rules, as actual road conditions may sometimes make following the written rules literally impossible. An important concept in Thai traffic is the idea of your “range of responsibility”. Unlike in many countries, where drivers are expected to maintain an awareness of the space surrounding their vehicle, in Thailand, your “range of responsibility” is the space visible to the front of you without turning your head. Insurance claims also work on this principle, even though it is more of an informal rather than formal rule of driving in Thailand. Make sure you always have all of your documentation on you at all times, including your car hire agreement, in case you are required to produce them for the police or other officials.
You may generally drive your hire car anywhere in Thailand, depending on the company, and you can also negotiate a long-distance, one-way car hire that permits you to hire a car in Chiang Mai and hand it over in a second location in Thailand. It is, however, currently forbidden to take cars hired in Thailand across international borders. Some car hire companies such as Hertz and Avis also do not permit their cars to be taken on board ferries to visit islands within Thailand, so you should certainly bear this in mind if you are hoping to drive on any of the Thai islands.
Small cars | $34 - $49 | |
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All Car Types | $44 - $74 |
The average price of a small car hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $39. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Chiang Mai, Thailand is in September. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just $34 per day. A small car rental is typically 35% less expensive than the average rental car in Chiang Mai. The average price of a vehicle hire in Chiang Mai can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chiang Mai small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $67. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Chiang Mai, Thailand is in September. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $49 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% more expensive than the average rental car in Chiang Mai. The average price of a vehicle hire in Chiang Mai can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chiang Mai medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $93. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Chiang Mai, Thailand is in June. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $67 per day. A large car rental is typically 36% more expensive than the average rental car in Chiang Mai. The average price of a vehicle hire in Chiang Mai can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chiang Mai large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $76. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Chiang Mai, Thailand is in March. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $56 per day. A SUV rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in Chiang Mai. The average price of a vehicle hire in Chiang Mai can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chiang Mai SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Chiang Mai, Thailand is $87. The cheapest time to hire a van in Chiang Mai, Thailand is in September. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A van rental is typically 32% more expensive than the average rental car in Chiang Mai. The average price of a vehicle hire in Chiang Mai can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
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Popular Car Types | Economy, SUV, Standard |
Cheapest Hire Car | $28 |
Most Popular Model | Toyota Yaris |
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Chiang Mai Night Bazaar | 4.1 km |
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$56 is the cost of a weekend car hire in Chiang Mai for April, with cheap deals starting as low as $46. For a week-long hire, the lowest price was $38, with more options around the $53 mark.
When hiring a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Chiang Mai do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on car hire in Chiang Mai. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.
With temperatures averaging 28 °C and precipitation usually 150 mm during April, you should consider hiring a standard when travelling to Chiang Mai. A standard size car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of April and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Chiang Mai. Hiring a Standard in Chiang Mai will cost you $53/day on average.
When you hire a car in Chiang Mai, you should abide by the city’s 60 km/h speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Chiang Mai are 90 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Chiang Mai.
Sixt has Jeep Wrangler Unlimited hire available in Chiang Mai for $406/day on average. Availability for the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited hire in Chiang Mai may vary, so try not to schedule your car hire last-minute.
Those looking for a hire car in Chiang Mai during the month of March should expect temperatures to be around 27 °C and should expect around 10 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.
The climate in Chiang Mai during March is usually 27 °C with an expected 10 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Chiang Mai on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.
Prices for cars in Chiang Mai are updated daily.
As of March 2024, there are 27 operators available to choose from for cars in Chiang Mai.
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Chiang Mai. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Chiang Mai. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.
Booking a car hire in Chiang Mai via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.
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Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in Chiang Mai.
Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Chiang Mai.
Yes, car hire in Chiang Mai with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.
Yes, car hire deals in Chiang Mai with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.