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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 R780, which is about 981% cheaper than the typical rate.
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). Sixt (rated 7.2/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Avis
10.0
Sixt
7.2
GREEN MOTION
7.0
Hertz
6.2
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Nairobi?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Nairobi is April, when you can expect to pay R1 006/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is July (R1 457/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 266
February
R1 336
March
R1 093
April
R1 006
May
R1 145
June
R1 301
July
R1 457
August
R1 370
September
R1 058
October
R1 353
November
R1 214
December
R1 422
What car do most people hire in Nairobi?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Nairobi are the following: SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar), Economy cars (Suzuki Alto or similar), and Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Wagon 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 17 September 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
Hertz
6 reviews•2 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
Unicorn Rent A Car
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 17 September 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 R14 076 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.