Bangkok car rentals

Some car rental companies in Bangkok which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Budget, Avis and Europcar

On average a rental car in Bangkok costs $29 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at ASAP Car Rentals ($11/day), Drive Car Rental ($19/day) and Hertz ($20/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at ASAP Car Rentals Don Mueang Domestic Airport, Vipavadee Rangsit Rd 10210 (12 miles from city center).

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

The average gas price in Bangkok is $5.29 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $64 and $85, depending on the car size.

Economy (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Bangkok.

Car rental companies onsite at Suvarnabhumi airport include Budget, Avis, Europcar, THAIRENTACAR, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Bizcar Rental, Thrifty and Dollar.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Suvarnabhumi airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Avis, Europcar, THAIRENTACAR, National, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Bizcar Rental, Thrifty, and Hertz.

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

A Economy car rental in Bangkok costs $36 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Bangkok costs $34 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Bangkok costs $73 per day, on average.

In Bangkok, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 19/23 Building A (3 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Bangkok costs $205 per week ($29 per day).

On average a rental car in Bangkok costs $880 per month ($29 per day).

An economy car is a safe bet when driving in Bangkok, as it will be easier to navigate through the narrow lanes, and also will fit into more of the rather limited parking opportunities. A smaller car will also eat less gas and be cheaper overall. Always make sure the insurance covers everything and check the car beforehand for scratches.

All speed limits in Thailand are given in km/h, so familiarize yourselfwith the conversion if you’re unfamiliar with the metric system. In the city, usually 50 km/h (31 mph) is allowed and 90 km/h (55 mph) on open country roads. On highways, drivers can speed up to 120 km/h (75 mph).

On-street parking is very limited in Bangkok, but there are parking opportunities in malls or next to parks for a charge. When there is a red, yellow, or white line on the curb, don’t park there, as it is not permitted. If you don’t mind walking for a while to get into the city or taking public transport, parking lots like the Song Phochana Parking are also a good option.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).