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Cheap Car Hire in Nairobi, Kenya

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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 776,573, which is about 1,088,605% 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.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nairobi?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nairobi is April, when you can expect to pay Rp 922,181/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is July (Rp 1,359,003/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 1,164,860

February

Rp 1,229,575

March

Rp 1,003,074

April

Rp 922,181

May

Rp 1,067,788

June

Rp 1,229,575

July

Rp 1,359,003

August

Rp 1,213,396

September

Rp 970,717

October

Rp 1,213,396

November

Rp 1,116,324

December

Rp 1,359,003

What car do most people hire in Nairobi?

SUV cars (Toyota Fortuner, for example) are the most popular in Nairobi. Standard (Toyota Hilux) and Mini (Class Mini 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 3 July 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Nairobi, including Avis, Sixt and GREEN MOTION . Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 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

Hertz

6.2
Okay
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

Budget

2 locations

Ace

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Autounion Car Rental

4 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 3 July 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.

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