Asia car rentals

On average a rental car in Asia costs $50 per day.

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Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Asia are Tokyo (9% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Asia), Bangkok (9%) and Manila (8%).

On average a rental car in Asia costs $350 per week ($50 per day).

On average a rental car in Asia costs $1,498 per month ($50 per day).

Getting an Asia car rental offers a convenient option for exploring the continent. You can drive to multiple attractions in different countries at your own pace and on your own schedule. Some Asian nations have limited public transportation coverage, so a car rental in Asia provides a better option to access places not well-served by public transportation. With Asia car rentals, you can drive to popular attractions on the continent, like the Great Wall of China, Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, the Silk Road in Central Asia, and the Taj Mahal in India.

Driving in Asia can be easy and challenging at the same time. About half of the countries drive on the right-hand side of the road. You’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in most Asian countries since English is not the primary language. Some countries have bilingual road signs, while others rely primarily on their native language for road signage, which can pose a navigation challenge. Consider renting a vehicle with a GPS navigation system or using online/offline maps. Most Asian countries have extensive toll road networks, so confirm whether the route you'll be using includes toll roads and research the toll rates and payment methods. Speed limits vary from one nation to another and are commonly posted in kilometers per hour.

The minimum driving age in most Asian countries is 18. However, most rental providers on the continent require renters to be at least 21 years old. Some providers have a minimum rental age limit of 25. Renters who have attained the legal driving age but are under 25 may incur a young driver’s fee. To rent a car in Asia, you must provide a valid driver’s license from your country of origin, additional identification documents (a passport or photo ID), and a credit card for payment. An international driving permit isn’t a major requirement, but it’s useful when driving on most roads in Asia.