Nigeria car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nigeria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Nigeria car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nigeria, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nigeria?
To get the best deal on car hire in Nigeria, book about 13 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 1,751,825, which is about 1,252,187% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nigeria?
Planning to hire a car in Nigeria? September is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 2,060,016 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 2,611,517. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
Rp 2,146,526
February
Rp 2,092,457
March
Rp 2,308,732
April
Rp 2,530,414
May
Rp 2,173,560
June
Rp 2,119,492
July
Rp 2,611,517
August
Rp 2,189,781
September
Rp 2,060,016
October
Rp 2,362,801
November
Rp 2,092,457
December
Rp 2,541,227
What car do most people hire in Nigeria?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Nigeria are the following: SUV cars (Ford Explorer or similar), Standard cars (Toyota HiAce or similar), and Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nigeria?
Sixt has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Nigeria at 5.
Top rental agencies in Nigeria
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nigeria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Nigeria. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Nigeria, including those serving the Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
Sixt
Hertz
Avis
Europcar
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nigeria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Nigeria?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Nigeria.