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Car hires in Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai, Thailand
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Car hire insight and trends in Chiang Mai

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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Chiang Mai?

The cheapest car hire in Chiang Mai are generally found through Chic Car Rent. When booking with Chic Car Rent, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as $24/day. The average price to hire a car in Chiang Mai is $37/day.

What car hire company in Chiang Mai has the most locations?

THAIRENTACAR has the most locations of any car hire company in Chiang Mai, with 2 locations.

What car do most people hire in Chiang Mai?

The Toyota Yaris is the most popular car to hire in Chiang Mai, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Toyota Yaris rentals for as low as $24/day in Chiang Mai, though on average you can expect prices to be around $41/day. Another popular car to hire in Chiang Mai is the Nissan Almera for an average of $37/day, and deals as low as $21/day.

Best deals found for Chiang Mai car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Chiang Mai
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
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Important information about Chiang Mai car hire

How can I get from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to the hire car centre?

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.

What documentation do I need to hire a car in Chiang Mai?

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.

What driving laws should I pay attention to in Chiang Mai?

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.

Can I drive to other states, regions or countries with a hire car from Chiang Mai?

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.  


Chiang Mai car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Chiang Mai that's right for you

Small cars

$34 - $49

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.

Hyundai Accent Hatch
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$27/day

1 Jul - 8 Jul
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$28/day

1 Jul - 8 Jul
Toyota Corolla

Chiang Mai car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Chiang Mai

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

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.0

Avis

7.8
Good
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.0

THAIRENTACAR

2 locations

Drive Car Rental

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Chic Car Rent

7.2
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Quick facts about car hire in Chiang Mai

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Chiang Mai

Most Popular Agency

Hertz

Popular Car Types

Economy, SUV, Standard

Cheapest Hire Car

$28

Most Popular Model

Toyota Yaris
The most popular Chiang Mai car hire agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car hire companies are Drive Car Rental and THAIRENTACAR
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Chiang Mai in the past 72 hours: Economy, SUV, Standard.
The lowest price for a car hire in Chiang Mai is $28/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $41/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Chiang Mai in the past 7 days is the Toyota Yaris. Our users also prefer the Nissan Almera as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your car hire pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular car hire locations in Chiang Mai

Nearby attractions:

Chiang Mai Night Bazaar4.1 km

Nearby attractions:

Chiang Mai Night Bazaar159.2 km

Nearby attractions:

Chiang Mai Night Bazaar79.3 km

Hire a car near one of these popular hotels in Chiang Mai

Below are the most popular hotels in Chiang Mai
Chala Number 6 Hotel

Chala Number 6 Hotel

6/6 Prapokklao Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.2 km from city centre

U Nimman Chiang Mai

U Nimman Chiang Mai

1 Nimmanhaemin Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

2.5 km from city centre

Meliá Chiang Mai

Meliá Chiang Mai

46-48 Charoenprathet Road, Changklan, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.7 km from city centre

Thai Akara - Lanna Boutique Hotel

Thai Akara - Lanna Boutique Hotel

133 Ratchapakinai Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.5 km from city centre

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

502 Moo 1, Mae Rim-Samoeng Old Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

15.4 km from city centre

The Inside House

The Inside House

56 Samlarn Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.6 km from city centre

Shangri-La Chiang Mai

Shangri-La Chiang Mai

89/8 Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.7 km from city centre

Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel

Chiang Mai Marriott Hotel

108 Chang Klan Road, Tambol Chang Klan, Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.4 km from city centre

Lotus Hotel Pang Suan Kaew

Lotus Hotel Pang Suan Kaew

21 Huay Kaew Road Suthep Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.6 km from city centre

Aksara Heritage

Aksara Heritage

73/1 Rachadamnoen Rd, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.5 km from city centre

The Chiang Mai Old Town

The Chiang Mai Old Town

184 Ratchamanka Road, Phra Sing, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.9 km from city centre

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort

Na Nirand Romantic Boutique Resort

1/1 Soi 9, Chalernprated Road., Changklan, Chiang Mai, Thailand

2.0 km from city centre

Akyra Manor Chiang Mai

Akyra Manor Chiang Mai

22/2 Nimmana Haeminda Road Soi 9, Chiang Mai, Thailand

2.2 km from city centre

dusitD2 Chiang Mai

dusitD2 Chiang Mai

100 Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.4 km from city centre

Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai

Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai

132 Loy Kroh, Chang-Klan, Muang, Chiang Mai, Thailand

1.3 km from city centre

La Mai Hotel

La Mai Hotel

471/9 Chiang Mai-Lam Phun Road, Chiang Mai, Thailand

3.3 km from city centre

U Chiang Mai

U Chiang Mai

70 Ratchadamnoen Rd, Prasing, Chiang Mai, Thailand

0.1 km from city centre

Baan U Sabai Boutique House

Baan U Sabai Boutique House

213/7 Mahidol Road, T. Changklan, Chiang Mai, Thailand

2.1 km from city centre


Driving with a car hire in Chiang Mai - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Chiang Mai so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire a car in Chiang Mai, Thailand in April?

$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.

Is there a fee to cancel my Chiang Mai, Thailand car hire?

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.

What is the best type of car to hire in Chiang Mai during April?

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.

What is the speed limit in Chiang Mai, Thailand?

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.

What car hire company has the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited in Chiang Mai?

What is the weather like in Chiang Mai, Thailand in March?

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.

Is the weather in Chiang Mai similar to the rest of Chiang Mai?

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.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Chiang Mai?

Prices for cars in Chiang Mai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Chiang Mai?

How old do you have to be to hire a car 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.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Chiang Mai?

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.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Chiang Mai?

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.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Chiang Mai?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Chiang Mai by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Chiang Mai with free cancellation?

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.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Chiang Mai on momondo?

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Chiang Mai.

Can I find a car hire in Chiang Mai which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, car hire in Chiang Mai with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.

Can I search for car hire in Chiang Mai with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, car hire deals in Chiang Mai with unlimited mileage can be found on momondo.


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