Nairobi, Kenya car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nairobi, Kenya. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 July 2025.
Most popular company | GREENMOTION |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R23,97 |
Average price per day | R717 |
Cheapest price per day | R603 |
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 R852, which is about 1 094% 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.
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 012/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is July (R1 491/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 278
February
R1 349
March
R1 101
April
R1 012
May
R1 172
June
R1 349
July
R1 491
August
R1 331
September
R1 065
October
R1 331
November
R1 225
December
R1 491
What car do most people hire in Nairobi?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Nairobi are the following: Standard cars (Toyota Hilux or similar), Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), and Economy cars (Suzuki Alto 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 11 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Nairobi, including Avis, Sixt and GREEN MOTION . Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.
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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 11 July 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Nairobi?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R717/day when booking a car hire in Nairobi. The absolute best deal a user found was for R603/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Jul. 6.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Nairobi for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Nairobi. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R5 106 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 does it cost to rent a car in Nairobi for a month?
Typically, a monthly car hire in Nairobi can be found for R21 883. You can find car hire deals to be on average R729 a day.