Nairobi

Cheap Car Hire in Nairobi, Kenya from R1 053

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Nairobi with a pick-up date of 21/12 and drop-off date of 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Nairobi, Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Nairobi, Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 16 December 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Nairobi this past week from 38 hire locations out of 18 hire agencies. Prices for a Nairobi small car hire start from R1 053/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

R1 388+

Compact

Compact

R1 053+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 705+

Standard

Standard

R1 487+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 282+

SUV

SUV

R1 863+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 643+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R3 804+

Compare car hire deals in Nairobi, Kenya by type

Here are the best Nairobi small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nairobi medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Nairobi SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen PoloR1 053/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Hyundai i10R1 071/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Citroen C3R1 388/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3

Best car hire deals found in Nairobi

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Nairobi, Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Nairobi, Kenya with an average daily rate of R1 971. Data was last updated on 16 December 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR1 053/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Hyundai i10R1 071/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
BMW 3 SeriesR1 282/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Cheapflights insights for Nairobi car hires

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 R740, which is about 926% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Nairobi?

Looking to hire a car in Nairobi? Right Cars had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R699,41/day. GREEN MOTION also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R906,59/day.

What is the best car rental company in Nairobi?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Nairobi is Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). GREEN MOTION (rated 7.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nairobi is September, when you can expect to pay R925/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is December (R1 429/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

R1 211

February

R1 211

March

R1 076

April

R959

May

R1 144

June

R1 278

July

R1 396

August

R1 345

September

R925

October

R1 278

November

R1 278

December

R1 429

What car do most people hire in Nairobi?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Nairobi are the following: SUV cars (Class Compact SUV or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), and Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

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 hire agencies in Nairobi, Kenya known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Nairobi, Kenya. Reviews were last updated on 16 December 2025.

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

GREEN MOTION

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

7,0

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

Ace

3 locations

Unicorn Rent A Car

2 locations

Express Travel Group Limited

1 location

Budget

2 locations

Final Rentals

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nairobi, Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 December 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nairobi for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Nairobi. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R12 022 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nairobi?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Nairobi.

  • How much is a car hire in Nairobi for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Nairobi, you can expect the average price to be around R0. Usually a Compact hire in Nairobi is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for January, it will cost approximately R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya. Deals were last updated on 16 December 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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