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Cheapflights insights for Nairobi car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nairobi, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nairobi?
To get the best deal on car hire in Nairobi, book about 44 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 745,898, which is about 1,044,281% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Nairobi?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nairobi is Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Sixt (rated 7.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Sixt
7.2
GREEN MOTION
7.0
Budget
6.3
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nairobi?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Nairobi is September, when you can expect to pay Rp 928,228/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is July (Rp 1,392,342/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
Rp 1,176,861
February
Rp 1,226,587
March
Rp 1,060,832
April
Rp 944,804
May
Rp 1,093,983
June
Rp 1,243,163
July
Rp 1,392,342
August
Rp 1,326,040
September
Rp 928,228
October
Rp 1,276,314
November
Rp 1,176,861
December
Rp 1,359,191
What car do most people hire in Nairobi?
Economy cars (Suzuki Alto, for example) are the most popular in Nairobi. Mini (Class Mini Car) and Intermediate (Class Compact Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nairobi.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nairobi?
Autounion Car Rental has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Ace has the second-highest number of locations in Nairobi at 3.
Top rental agencies in Nairobi, Kenya
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nairobi, Kenya known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nairobi, Kenya. Reviews were last updated on 16 October 2025.
Avis
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
Sixt
2 locations
GREEN MOTION
2 locations
Budget
2 locations
Hertz
6 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.1
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
5.7
Ace
3 locations
Europcar
2 locations
Unicorn Rent A Car
2 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nairobi, Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 October 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nairobi?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Nairobi check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.