KAYAK’s insights & trends for Southeast Asia car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Southeast Asia with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Southeast Asia?
You should book your rental car in Southeast Asia around 11 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Southeast Asia?
Hires in the Small category (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option in Southeast Asia, costing AED 94/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as AED 61/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Southeast Asia?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Southeast Asia is September at an average cost of AED 156/day. February is the most expensive month to hire a car in Southeast Asia when prices are AED 198/day on average, which tends to be 13% above the yearly average hire price for Southeast Asia.
Southeast Asia car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Southeast Asia by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Small cars
AED 83 - AED 121
All Car Types
AED 221 - AED 321
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Southeast Asia?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Southeast Asia?
Small car hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 97 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average AED 83 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 64% cheaper than the average car hire in Southeast Asia, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 493 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average AED 383 per day, which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 46% more expensive than the average car hire in Southeast Asia, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 550 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average AED 413 per day, which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 52% more expensive than the average car hire in Southeast Asia but offer more comfort for longer trips.
SUV hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 224 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average AED 186 per day, which is about 17% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 17% cheaper than the average car hire in Southeast Asia, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 272 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average AED 214 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 2% more expensive than the average car hire in Southeast Asia but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 318 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average AED 271 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 16% more expensive than the average car hire in Southeast Asia but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Southeast Asia typically costs around AED 632 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average AED 460 per day, which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 58% more expensive than the average car hire in Southeast Asia but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Drive Car Rental
Small
AED 144/day
AED 114/day
Top tips for hiring a car in Southeast Asia
25% of our users found rental cars in Southeast Asia for AED 114 or less
Small rental cars in Southeast Asia are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Southeast Asia
How much does it cost to hire a car in Southeast Asia?
On average a car hire in Southeast Asia costs AED 162 per day.
How can I find car hires near me in Southeast Asia?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
Where should I hire a car in Southeast Asia?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Southeast Asia are Phuket City (33% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Southeast Asia), Manila (29%) and Ko Samui (7%).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Southeast Asia?
On average a car hire in Southeast Asia costs AED 1,134 per week (AED 162 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Southeast Asia?
On average a car hire in Southeast Asia costs AED 4,859 per month (AED 162 per day).
Car rental directory
Europcar car hire locations in Southeast Asia
27 Locations
Hertz car hire locations in Southeast Asia
27 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in Southeast Asia
24 Locations
Avis car hire locations in Southeast Asia
23 Locations
Thrifty car hire locations in Southeast Asia
21 Locations
keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Southeast Asia
20 Locations
Budget car hire locations in Southeast Asia
18 Locations
Hawk car hire locations in Southeast Asia
17 Locations
Dollar car hire locations in Southeast Asia
16 Locations
National car hire locations in Southeast Asia
14 Locations
Drive Car Rental car hire locations in Southeast Asia
12 Locations
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11 Locations
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