How to find a cheap car hire deal in Hanoi
Pick up a cheap rental car in Hanoi for around $324 a day and drive off happy. We do the hard work for you by searching trusted rental companies, making booking quick and easy.
$67 is the cheapest daily price for a rental in Hanoi.
Staying a while and want to explore beyond the tourist trail? $469 is the best rate for a weekly rental.
Walk away with the best price on a Hanoi car hire by booking in advance. You're more likely to get the best value with the most choice.
Browse the offers available from major providers like Dichung Car Hire.
Whether you book with Dichung Car Hire or a different supplier, make sure you understand the coverage on your Hanoi car hire. Some companies include a collision damage waiver (CDW), while others offer it as an optional extra.
Consider booking a one-way rental. You might be able to score a bargain if the provider needs to move cars between branches. Discover the best available rates by selecting 'Return car to a different location.'
Save money on fuel by picking a vehicle that has a 'Fair fuel policy.' You pick up your ride with a full tank and drop it off full, so you only pay for what you use.
Want to explore freely without worrying about how many miles you rack up? Search for rentals with 'Unlimited mileage' under the 'Policies' filter and go as far as you like without the extra fees.
Best value car hire options right now
Taking the top spot for value is this company, with prices averaging $187 a day.
Offering daily rates of around $243, [this provider](this provider) is next in line.
The third option also helps keep costs down. Expect to pay roughly $309 a day for one of their rentals.
If you're not quite sure what kind of ride you need, consider something from the Fullsize rental category. It's the most widely booked type of vehicle in Hanoi.
Flying to Hanoi? Think about an airport pick-up
If you're jetting into Hanoi, get on the road sooner by picking up a car hire at Hanoi Airport. The drive from this airport to the city centre is around 31 kilometres and takes about 40 minutes.
Compare car hire types in Hanoi
Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap rental car in Hanoi gives you the freedom to explore for less. These zippy, fuel-efficient rides are perfect for city driving and short trips.
Medium: Choose from compact and intermediate cars that combine comfort, fuel efficiency and space. Easy to handle in traffic and with enough space for longer drives, they work well for most trips.
Large: Long drives fly by in this Hanoi car hire category. Also known as full-size, they're built with bigger engines for better driving. The extra space and comfort make them an excellent option for families and groups of friends.
SUV: When wanderlust strikes, an SUV is ready to roll. It's your ultimate road trip companion, ready for highways, backroads, and everything in between. These sports utility vehicles also come with extra space and improved safety features.
Van: With options like commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Hanoi makes short work of heavy loads and large groups. They're roomy, hardworking, and ready to take on any task.
Insurance and optional extras
Car rental excess insurance isn't a necessity, but is something to think about. If your ride is damaged, no matter how minor, it can help you avoid paying a hefty excess fee. Different Hanoi car hire providers have varying insurance policies and coverage levels, so check the details before booking.
From GPS units to reverse cameras, the right extras can seriously level up your drive. Think about which features will make your trip more comfortable when you rent a car in Hanoi.
Good to know
Age requirements vary by company (and even car type), so know the rules before you book. Some suppliers in Vietnam may rent to younger drivers for an additional fee. If you fall outside the typical age bracket, just uncheck 'Driver aged between 25–70' and then enter how old you are to browse your options.
If you're bringing the kids along, find out if you need to add a child car seat to your Hanoi car hire booking. Whether a legal requirement or not, they're always the safest way for little ones to ride.
You'll be asked for a few things when picking up your rental car: an official driver's licence, extra photo ID, and a credit card with enough funds to pay the security deposit. Debit cards are generally not accepted. Any extra must-haves will be shown in your booking.
If you haven't driven before in Vietnam, don't forget that traffic here keeps to the right side of the road.
Make sure you follow the local speed limits. Most of the time that's around 45kph in built-up areas and 110kph or so on highways, unless signed otherwise.
Vietnam has a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving. Keep the car parked and find another way to travel if you plan to consume alcohol.
Try to travel outside high-traffic periods for a smoother trip. 8am is one of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination.
You'll be using the Vietnamese Đồng (VND) for everything you buy throughout your trip. You may find it handy to carry a mix of cards and cash for more flexibility when paying.
Best hotels in Hanoi for drivers
Pull in and get ready to relax at Hanoi Emerald Waters Hotel & Spa. Offering parking as well as a ticket office and express check-in, this hotel is around 5 kilometres from central Hanoi.
Anatole Hotel Hanoi keeps guests happy with parking and features such as air conditioning and a laundry. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the city centre.
Browse the full range of hotels in Hanoi for even more choices. Use the 'Parking,' 'Valet parking,' and 'Outdoor parking' filters to find the ideal fit. You can even select the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter to bring up places with on-site charging.
After you've locked in a car hire deal in Hanoi and your hotel, the only thing left is to decide where to head to first. Start your trip with major attractions such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and Hoan Kiem Lake Walking Street.
Hit the road: Where to drive to from Hanoi
Around 48 kilometres northwest of central Hanoi, Việt Trì should feature on your itinerary. Head straight for can't-miss sights like Temple of the Hùng Kings and Thien Quang Pagoda.
You'll be well taken care of at Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho and Khách Sạn X2 Việt Trì, two reliable accommodation options with parking in Việt Trì.
Alternatively, collect your cheap car hire in Hanoi and then take off to Hải Dương. About 56 kilometres east of Hanoi, Vườn hoa hướng dương - Hải Dương / Sunflower garden - Hai Duong and Da Dia Reef are big attractions that make the extra drive worth it.
Hải Dương has some great places to stay including Nam Cuong Hai Duong Hotel and Purple Lotus Hotel. Both give you somewhere to leave your car while you're here.
Bỉm Sơn has road trip written all over it when you want to cover more ground. It's full of great finds like Di Tích Lịch Sử Động Cửa Buồng and is around 105 kilometres south of Hanoi.
