National car rental at Phuket Airport
Enterprise group brand, counter between doors 1 and 2.
About National
National belongs to Enterprise Mobility, which also runs Enterprise and Alamo. At Phuket the group's counter is on the ground floor of the Domestic Terminal arrivals hall, next to the exit between doors 1 and 2.
Midsize sedans and SUVs, shared with the Enterprise and Alamo brands. Plan for the 22:00 closing time if your flight lands late.
Desk location & address
The orange pin is the Phuket Airport desk; blue pins are other places where National usually appears in our search. Zoom out to see them.
National – Phuket International Airport
222 Mai Khao, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand
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Daily 07:00 – 22:00 (Enterprise group location page). No after-hours returns.
Phone: +66 82 668 5053
How to find the desk
Domestic Terminal arrivals hall, ground floor – turn left after baggage claim; the counter is next to the exit between doors 1 and 2. From International arrivals, leave the building and walk to the Domestic Terminal.
Good for
- Daytime arrivals
- Friendly, quick service (high staff score)
- Mid-size and SUV rentals
Know before you go
- The desk closes at 22:00 – choose another supplier for late flights.
- After-hours returns are not available.
- A credit card is needed for the deposit.
Picking up your National car: step by step
- Land and collect your bagsRental desks and meeting points are after customs. Switch your phone on – the supplier may call or message if they meet you.
- Go to the National deskPhuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, ground floor – next to the exit between doors 1 and 2.
- Show your documentsLicence, International Driving Permit, passport, credit card in the main driver's name and your voucher. The deposit is blocked on the card.
- Check the carWalk round the car with the staff member, film a slow video and make sure every mark is written on the damage sheet. Check the fuel level.
- Drive awayFollow the exit signs to Route 402 – south for Phuket Town and the beaches, north for the mainland.
Returning the car
Follow the "Car Rental Return" signs on the airport approach road and allow about 30 minutes before you need to check in. Return the car with the agreed fuel level and keep the last fuel receipt. Ask for a signed return slip; the deposit is released to your card after the check, which can take a few working days.
What to bring to the National desk
- 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.
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Typical car groups at Phuket Airport. Models are examples – you get a car from the same group, and availability depends on your dates.
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Other suppliers at HKT, with their rental desk address and customer score.
| Supplier | Type | Rental desk address | Good for | Customer score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Travellers who want a familiar international brand | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Business travellers and loyalty-programme members | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Good price with an international brand | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hall, 1st floor – orange counter (returns at gate 3)Phuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Late-evening arrivals (desk open to midnight) | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | European travellers who know the brand | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Lower prices with a big-group backup | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Lowest price on a known brand | Details | ||
| Thai company | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Good value for money (high value score) | Details | ||
| Thai company | Phuket Airport – Arrivals hall – desk or meet & greet with a name signPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Tight budgets | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Arrivals hall – desk or meet & greet (local partner)Phuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Low prices with group backing | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Smooth pick-up and drop-off (score 9.8) | Details |
Scores: VIP Cars customer ratings out of 10. Your booking voucher always shows the exact desk or meeting point. Suppliers shown usually appear in our search for this area – availability changes with your dates.
Driving times
Where to drive from Phuket Airport
Typical times in light traffic after you pick up your National car.
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