Economy
Toyota Yaris or similarfromTHB 704/ day
- 5 seats, 2 bags
- Free cancellation
- Unlimited mileage
Phuket International Airport · HKT
Car rental at Phuket Airport
Compare trusted suppliers at Phuket Airport in one quick search. See the full price with no hidden fees, find your desk before you land, then drive Phuket like a local.
- 12 suppliers compared
- No booking fees
- Free cancellation
HKT in numbers
- Passengers (FY2024)
- 16 million
- Distance to Phuket Town
- 32 km
- Terminals
- International & Domestic
- Rental desks
- Domestic arrivals hall
- Usual minimum age
- 21 years
Search car rental at Phuket Airport
Total price upfrontInsurance, taxes and fees shown before you pay.
Known suppliersInternational brands and trusted Thai firms.
Desk on your voucherClear meeting point for every booking.
Support by phone+66 2 026 1258
Car rental deals
Today's best deals at Phuket Airport
Lowest "from" prices seen across 12 suppliers (checked 14 October 2026). Search your dates for live prices.
Compact
Toyota Vios or similarfromTHB 868/ day
- 4 seats, 1 bags
- Couples, small families, business travelers,
- Comfortable for city driving and longer island
Full size
Toyota Hilux or similarfromTHB 677/ day
- 5 seats, 5 doors
- Diesel
- Families, outdoor trips & extra cargo
SUV
Honda HR-V or similarfromTHB 955/ day
- 5 seats, 5 doors
- Families & comfortable road trips
- Comfortable ride and good fuel efficiency
Van/Minivan
Mitsubishi Xpander or similarfromTHB 1,248/ day
- 7 seat, 5 doors
- Crossover MPV
- Spacious three-row cabin designed for family use
Luxury
BMW 3 Series or similarfromTHB 1,352/ day
- 5 Seats, 3 luggage
- Business trips and premium travel
- Plug-in Hybrid
Booking stats
12rental companies at HKT
THB 677lowest daily rate seen
9.0/10average supplier score
21pick-up locations
16Mpassengers at HKT
Suppliers
Car Rental Companies Comparison at Phuket Airport
International brands and Thai companies, side by side. Scores are Phuket Airport Car Rentals customer ratings where available.
Rental options
The right rental for every trip
A road trip to Krabi or a month of remote work – choose how you want to rent.
Airport guide & rental desks
Phuket International Airport (HKT): where to find your rental desk
Phuket International Airport is one of Thailand's busiest airports and the main gateway to Phuket and the Andaman coast. It sits at the far north of the island, next to Mai Khao and Nai Yang beaches, about 32 km from Phuket Town. Most rental desks are in the Domestic Terminal arrivals hall – if you land on an international flight, it is a short walk next door.
2 terminalsInternational & Domestic, side by side
Rental desksDomestic arrivals hall
3–5 min walkFrom International arrivals
32 kmto Phuket Town
IATA codeHKT
ICAO codeVTSP
Address
Phuket International Airport
222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Landed in Phuket? Here’s how to get to your car
Domestic TerminalMost desksArrivals level
- 1Collect your bags
International or domestic – desks are signposted "Car Rental" after customs.
- 2Walk to the Domestic Terminal
From International arrivals, follow the covered walkway (3–5 min) or take the free shuttle.
- 3Find your company
Desks line the arrivals hall. Meet-and-greet firms wait with a name sign.
- 4Return the car
Follow "Car Rental Return" signs on the airport road. Allow 30 minutes.
Best time to visit Phuket
Plan around the seasons
December to March brings the driest, sunniest days. September and October bring the lowest prices and quietest roads.
Jan
33°C
30 mm
Feb
34°C
24 mm
Mar
34°C
74 mm
Apr
34°C
143 mm
May
33°C
260 mm
Jun
32°C
213 mm
Jul
32°C
258 mm
Aug
32°C
287 mm
Sep
32°C
361 mm
Oct
32°C
320 mm
Nov
32°C
177 mm
Dec
32°C
72 mm
Dry season – sunny, busiest
Shoulder – mixed
Green season – showers, best prices
Best weatherJanuary – March
Lowest pricesSeptember – October
Fewer crowdsMay – June, November
Book earliestChristmas & Chinese New Year
Car types
Choose the right car for your trip
Prices are indicative daily rates from recent searches and change with season and demand. Models are examples – you get a car from the same group.
Why choose us
Why book with us?
We compare offers from 12 rental companies at Phuket Airport and handle your booking. The rental company provides the car and the rental agreement at the desk.
Total price upfront
Insurance, taxes and airport fees are in the price you see. No booking fees and no surprise charges at the desk.
12 trusted suppliers
Hertz, Sixt, Avis and other international brands side by side with well-rated Thai companies – all in one search.
Free cancellation on most cars
Plans change. Most offers can be cancelled free of charge – the deadline is shown clearly before you book.
Help when you need it
Your voucher shows the desk and meeting point, your flight is tracked for delays, and our team answers by phone 24/7.
We earn a commission from rental companies when you book. It never changes the price you pay. How we make money.
Local driving tips
Drive Phuket like a local
Practical tips from our location guides – the things rental desks rarely tell you.
Roads
01
Use U-turn slots, not right turns
On divided roads such as Route 402 you often cannot turn right. Drive past your turning and use the next marked U-turn gap.
Roads
02
Low gear on the hills
The roads over Patong Hill and up to the Big Buddha are steep and twisty. Use a low gear going down instead of riding the brakes.
Roads
03
Patong works as a one-way loop
Beach Road and Rat-U-Thit Road run in opposite directions. Missing your turn often means going round the loop again – set your GPS before you drive in.
Parking
04
Red-and-white kerbs mean no parking
Park only where the kerb is unpainted or in paid lots. Parking on red-and-white kerbs can get your car clamped or towed.
Parking
05
You cannot drive to Railay
Railay is only reached by boat. Park in Ao Nang or at Ao Nam Mao pier and take a long-tail boat across.
Ferries
06
Ask before taking a rental car on a ferry
Many rental companies do not allow their cars on ferries, or their insurance does not cover it. Check your terms before you drive to Donsak.
Driving in Thailand
Six rules to know before you leave HKT
Thailand drives on the left. These are the rules visitors most often get wrong.
Drive on the left
Rental cars are right-hand drive. Take extra care at junctions and roundabouts.
Towns: around 80 km/h
Common limit in Phuket municipal areas – often lower on small streets. Follow signs.
Highways: 90 km/h
Up to 120 km/h only on specially marked highway sections.
0.05% alcohol limit
Stricter 0.02% for drivers under 20 and provisional licence holders.
Seatbelts for everyone
Required in the front and the back. No hand-held phones while driving.
Tourist Police: 1155
English-speaking help. Police 191, ambulance 1669.
One Way Routes
One-Way Car Rental From Phuket Airport
Pick up at Phuket Airport and drop the car at another airport in southern Thailand – no need to drive back. The one-way fee (drop charge) is included in the price you see when you search.
- Drop-off at the destination airport
- One-way fee shown upfront
- Offered mainly by larger suppliers
Phuket Airport Krabi
The classic Andaman road trip – limestone scenery past Phang Nga Bay, then drop the car and fly home from Krabi.
Route 402 › Route 4 via Phang Nga Best for: Ao Nang, Railay & island hopping
fromTHB 750/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Airport Hat Yai
The longest route here – most drivers split it with a night in Krabi or Trang, then fly out of Hat Yai.
Route 4 via Krabi & Trang › Route 43 Best for: Songkhla & the deep south
fromTHB 916/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Airport Trang
Quiet islands, famous local food and far fewer tourists – a relaxed end to an Andaman coast drive.
Route 4 via Phang Nga & Krabi Best for: Koh Mook, Koh Kradan & Pak Meng
fromTHB 842/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Airport Nakhon Si Thammarat
Cross the peninsula to one of Thailand's oldest cities, with major temples and mountain villages nearby.
Route 4 to Krabi › Route 41 east Best for: Temples, culture & Khao Luang
fromTHB 867/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Airport Surat Thani
Drive past Khao Sok National Park to the gateway for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan – drop the car before the ferry.
Route 4 › Route 401 past Khao Sok Best for: Khao Sok & the Samui ferries
fromTHB 798/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Airport Nai Yang Beach
Nai Yang is the nearest beach to Phuket Airport – just 3 km from the terminal.
Local airport road
fromTHB 677/ day
Phuket Airport Bang Tao / Laguna
Bang Tao Bay and the Laguna Phuket resort area are about 25 minutes from the airport on Phuket's west coast.
Route 402, then west to Cherng Talay
fromTHB 690/ day
Phuket Airport Kathu
Kathu is the green, hilly district in the middle of Phuket, between Patong and Phuket Town.
Route 402, then Route 4029
fromTHB 698/ day
Phuket Airport Phuket Town
Phuket Town is the island's capital, known for its Sino-Portuguese old town, markets and food.
Route 402 all the way
fromTHB 712/ day
Phuket Airport Patong
Patong is Phuket's busiest beach town, about 50 minutes from the airport.
Route 402, Route 4029 over Patong Hill
fromTHB 721/ day
Phuket Airport Kata & Karon
Kata and Karon are neighbouring west-coast beaches popular with families, about an hour from the airport.
Route 402, via Patong or Chalong
fromTHB 730/ day
Phuket Airport Rawai & Chalong
Rawai and Chalong cover the southern end of Phuket – home to Wat Chalong, Chalong Pier and the sunset views at Promthep Cape.
Route 402, Chao Fa West Road
fromTHB 739/ day
Phuket Airport Khao Lak
Khao Lak, in Phang Nga province, is a quiet stretch of beaches and rainforest north of Phuket.
Route 402, Sarasin Bridge, Route 4
fromTHB 762/ day
Phuket Airport Phang Nga
Phang Nga town is the gateway to Phang Nga Bay and its limestone islands, around 1 h 10 min from the airport.
Route 402, Sarasin Bridge, Route 4
fromTHB 773/ day
Approximate distances and drive times in light traffic – add 20–30 minutes at rush hour or in heavy rain. "From" price = lowest Economy daily rate seen for each route (checked 14 October 2026); the one-way fee is added in your search. Availability depends on the supplier and your dates.
Places to visit
Best Places to Visit Near Phuket Airport By Car
Temples, beaches and island trips within easy reach of your rental car. Pick a theme to see drive times.
Beaches & Viewpoints
Quiet northern sands beside the airport, lively west-coast bays and the island's best-known sunset viewpoint.
Cultural & Landmark Sites
Temples, monuments and Phuket's colourful old town – from a short hop south of the airport to the big landmarks in the south.
Island Day Trips & Nature
Times show the approximate drive to the departure pier. The boat journey depends on the boat and the operator.
Drive times are approximate, from Phuket Airport in light traffic. Opening hours, fees and boat schedules change, so check before you go.
Pick-up checklist
What to bring to the rental desk
Missing documents are the most common reason a rental is refused at the desk. Tick off this list before you fly.
The credit card must be in the main driver's name. Most suppliers at Phuket Airport do not accept debit cards or a card in someone else's name for the deposit.
Renting in Thailand explained
- Driving licenceFull and valid, held for at least one year (two with some suppliers).
- International Driving Permit1949 Geneva Convention type. Needed with most non-ASEAN licences.
- PassportThe original – a photo on your phone is not enough.
- Credit card in the main driver's nameFor the security deposit. Debit cards are often refused.
- Booking voucherPrinted or on your phone. It shows the desk and what is included.
- Flight numberLets the supplier wait for you if your flight is late.
Travel guides
Researched guides for drivers
Written for people renting at HKT and checked against official sources.
Help
Questions about renting at Phuket Airport
Most desks are in the arrivals hall of the Domestic Terminal. From International arrivals, walk 3–5 minutes along the covered walkway. Some local firms meet you in arrivals with a name sign – your voucher says which.
Yes, in most cases. A licence from outside ASEAN should be accompanied by an International Driving Permit (1949 Geneva Convention type). Suppliers and the police can ask for it.
Usually 21, with a young-driver fee under 25. Some suppliers rent certain cars from 18, while vans and luxury cars often need drivers aged 25+.
Rarely. Almost every supplier blocks the security deposit on a credit card in the main driver's name. Check the conditions in your search results before you book.
It depends on the supplier and the car group, and it usually matches the insurance excess. The exact amount is shown in the rental conditions before you book.
Yes, with the larger suppliers. A one-way fee usually applies and is shown in the price.
Usually not. Most suppliers forbid ferry crossings or their insurance does not cover them. Rent a separate car on Koh Samui instead.
Add your flight number when you book so the supplier can track your arrival. If you will arrive after the desk closes, call the number on your voucher.
Main roads are good, but expect scooters on both sides, steep hills and U-turn slots instead of right turns. Read our local tips before you go.
In the rainy season – especially September and October. December to February and Chinese New Year are the most expensive times to rent.
Locations
More places to pick up a car
Phuket's beaches, the Andaman coast and the rest of southern Thailand.
