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Chiang Mai car rentals from C$ 24/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Chiang Mai with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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EconomyC$ 24/day
CompactC$ 27/day
IntermediateC$ 38/day
StandardC$ 59/day
Full-sizeC$ 48/day
Full-size SUVC$ 58/day
MiniC$ 28/day
Passenger VanC$ 35/day
Standard SUVC$ 42/day
Intermediate SUVC$ 47/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Chiang Mai

  • Chiang Mai includes multiple areas within the town that you can visit, like the City Arts and Cultural Center that shows the Thai city's history. You can get a vehicle from car rentals in Chiang Mai and visit various elephant sanctuaries, such as the De'Kashor Elephant Home & Hilltribe Village, located about four miles from the city center. If you want to learn about the history of several groups that settled in the Thai mountains, you can drive approximately 17 miles to the scenic Hmong Village in Doi Pui. Using Chiang Mai car rentals ensures that you can appreciate the country's natural wonders, including a ride to Doi Inthanon. This national park sits around 58 miles from the town center and features waterfalls and hiking pathways along the mountain.
  • Chiang Mai International Airport is about 3.4 miles from the central city. It contains a Rental Car Center on the arrival hall floor, featuring several companies, such as Sixt, Avis, Budget, Yesaway, Drive Car Rental, and THAIRENTACAR. To get their services, you can reach them in the Terminal area, such as the Sixt and Budget, found downstairs at a walking distance in the arrival hall. You can also access the other Chiang Mai car rentals between the gates within the same floor in the International Terminal, for instance, finding Drive Car Rental between Gates 10-11.
  • The city has several Superhighways like the Chiang Mai-Lampang Road that link it to other major towns within the region and nation, allowing you to extend your trip to areas outside Chiang Mai with ease. With the different intersecting roads, alleys, and streets, you can install a GPS to facilitate confident driving within the town. During your visit to Chiang Mai, it's essential to note that Thailand uses the UK transport system by driving on the road's left side. This city also has numerous cyclists, and you want to keep a keen eye on all the bicycles as you drive.
  • Chiang Mai usually has morning-hour traffic from about 7am to 9am and evening rush hour from approximately 5pm to 7pm. You also want to organize your schedule in the afternoon while minding the mini-peak congestion at around 3:30pm to 4pm caused by schools' closing. The winter season offers pleasantly cool weather in this town, making it an ideal time to visit the region. Nonetheless, carry a sweatshirt or jacket for evening and nighttime use when the conditions rapidly change.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Chiang Mai for C$ 26 or less
  • Book your rental car in Chiang Mai at least 4 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Chiang Mai are around -23% cheaper than other car types, on average

Chiang Mai car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Chiang Mai 
Verified travelerNov. 2023
Hertz also provides the best deal of car insurance and medical insurance.
Verified travelerAug. 2023
I brought my own with me, but it might be a good sales option to sell phone holders for people to use for navigating their trip.

FAQs about renting a car in Chiang Mai

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Chiang Mai?

    Like other major cities in Thailand, Chiang Mai has many car users, limiting the parking spaces. Getting a small-sized model from car rentals in Chiang Mai will allow you to maneuver tight areas, including parking garages, with ease. For family trips filled with adventurous activities like visiting the elephant homes, renting a 4×4 can add excitement to your journey.

  • What’s the speed limit in Chiang Mai?

    When driving along the open roads, you should stay within the speed limits of about 55mph. Chiang Mai implements a restriction of approximately 37mph on all the avenues within the city center and neighborhood areas. You can speed up to around 75mph when cruising along the expressways.

  • Where are the best places to park in Chiang Mai?

    You can find certain hotels within the city offering free parking spaces for clients, such as the Raming Lodge Carpark on Tha Phae Road Soi 6 surrounding the Raming Lodge Hotel & Spa. On your shopping day, you can freely park at the Central Fest Parking lot and walk around the Central Festival Chiang Mai, the city's lifestyle shopping mall.

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

    On average a rental car in Chiang Mai costs C$ 27 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Chiang Mai?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Yesaway (C$ 24/day), Drive Car Rental (C$ 27/day) and Sixt (C$ 28/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Yesaway 60 Mahidol Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200 (2 kilometers from city center).

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Chiang Mai?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Chiang Mai. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Chiang Mai?

    The average gas price in Chiang Mai is C$ 6.92 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 83 and C$ 111, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Chiang Mai?

    Mini (Honda Brio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Chiang Mai.

  • Which car rental companies are at Chiang Mai airport (CNX)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Chiang Mai airport include Sixt, Hertz and Chic Car Rent.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Chiang Mai airport (CNX)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Chiang Mai airport to off-airport locations include Sixt and Hertz.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Chiang Mai?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Chiang Mai?

    A Mini car rental in Chiang Mai costs C$ 73 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Chiang Mai?

    An Economy car rental in Chiang Mai costs C$ 49 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Chiang Mai?

    A Compact car rental in Chiang Mai costs C$ 28 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Chiang Mai?

    In Chiang Mai, cars are most frequently rented at Chic Car Rent 60 Moo 3 Airport Road (3 km from city centre ).

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

    On average a rental car in Chiang Mai costs C$ 190 per week (C$ 27 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Chiang Mai costs C$ 815 per month (C$ 27 per day).

Chiang Mai car rental reviews and directory

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

2 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Chiang Mai

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202 Mahidol Rd.,haiya, Muang

+66 632 723 773

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Chiang Mai Int Apt Gate 11

+66 63 272 3773

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10.0 Wonderful

Aug. 2023

KAYAK
It would be helpful to have better directions for returning the car.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan. 2023

KAYAK
Drop off staff was very kind! Maybe a bigger sign for us to see in the dark!

1 out of 1

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

2 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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Locations in Chiang Mai

60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 53 273 011

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Dec. 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Quick pickup and drop off. Car clean and near new. Any bumps and bruises on car where already marked on hire form. Pleased with hire and would hire again.

Cons:

Nil.

1 out of 1

Budget

9.0

Wonderful

15 reviews

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Chiang Mai

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201/2 Mahidol Rd

+66 53 202 871

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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Thursday08:00 - 20:00
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Arrival Terminal

+66 53 202 871

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10.0 Wonderful

Nov. 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

We enjoyed the prompt response of the staff to our requests. We booked the car online half an hour before the pick up. We picked up in the wrong office but they got us the car very quickly. We received detailed info about the car, the rental conditions and insurance before signing the contract. For dropoff, the staff was kind enough to drive us to the airport. Totally recommend.

2.0 Poor

Jan. 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

NO CAR

10.0 Wonderful

Dec. 2021

KAYAK
Overall was great ; car condition, price, reliable service, easy & convenient Suggestions ; change location of camera at front glass to avoid blind spots, the car already has gps system then should leave it ready for use, do not block the usage.

1 out of 1

Yesaway

8.8

Very good

2 reviews

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

9.1

One location in Chiang Mai

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60 Mahidol Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
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Sixt

8.4

Very good

4 reviews
Most popular

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.5

One location in Chiang Mai

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Sanambin Road, Moo.3,Suthep

+66 87 512 8333

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
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Avis

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai Airport

+66 89 969 8677

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
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Thursday07:00 - 23:00
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7.6 Good

Nov. 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes.

Cons:

Make sure to be more careful about scratchs and cracks when Picking up the car.

5.6 Fair

Dec. 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

The effort the lady at the counter made to rectify the problem.

Cons:

I booked an SUV but was given a Toyota Double Cab truck. I was contemplating taking it anyway however the tires were dangerously worn and unsafe to drive so I decided against it. This resulted in an hour delay to change vehicles.

1 out of 1

Chic Car Rent

7.2

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Chiang Mai

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3, Soi Charoenprathet 1

Opening times not available

60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 922 746 667

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6.0 Okay

Mar. 2024

KAYAK
The car is quite old with high mileage.

1 out of 1

National

10.0

Wonderful

No reviews available

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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Chiangmai Intl Arpt Level 1

+66 53 271 293

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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Thrifty

8.8

Very good

No reviews available

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 53 273 011

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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Drive Car Rental

7.3

Good

No reviews available

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

8.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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Chiangmai International Airport Arrival hall (Level 1), Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai

+66 84 700 4384

Monday07:00 - 23:00
Tuesday07:00 - 23:00
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keddy by Europcar

7.0

Good

No reviews available

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Chiang Mai

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202 Mahidol Rd.,Haiya, Muang, Meet & Greet Serv, Arrival Hall Ext

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ASAP Car Rentals

5.0

Fair

No reviews available

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

5.0

2 locations in Chiang Mai

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107/2, m.4 Chiang mai- Sunsai

+66 63 114 9555

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60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 924 722 525

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THAIRENTACAR

7.6

Good

No reviews available

2 locations in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

55 5 moo 5 Huay Kaew Road

Opening times not available

Chiang Mai Intl Airport 60 Mahidol Road Arrival hall 1st Floor Exit 1 Domestic Arrival

+60 5 328 1345

Monday08:30 - 18:30
Tuesday08:30 - 18:30
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Thursday08:30 - 18:30
Friday08:30 - 18:30
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Dollar

6.0

Okay

No reviews available

One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 53 273 011

Monday08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday08:00 - 20:00
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Friday08:00 - 20:00
Saturday08:00 - 20:00
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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

201/ 2 Mahidol Road, Haiya

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Mueang Chiang Mai District

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Abaa Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

60 Moo 3 Airport Road

+66 631 904 509

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Bizcar Rental

No score available yet

One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai International Airport

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Carify

No score available yet

One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

60 Mahidol Rd, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai , Thailand

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Runway Car Rentals

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One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

90 Moo 1, Padad subdistrict, Muang district, Chiang Mai

+66 98 808 6988

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai Int Apt Gate 11

+86 10 6064 1387

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One location in Chiang Mai

Locations in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai International Airport

+66 2 026 1258

Monday08:00 - 20:00
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31 travellers who rented a car in Chiang Mai gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

Car rental locations in or near Chiang Mai

Good to know

Most popular agency

Sixt

Most popular car type

Mini

Average price

C$ 27/day

Good deal

C$ 26/day

When to book a rental car in Chiang Mai

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