Find Rentals
Popular Cars
Rental Deals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
Nigeria

Cheap Car Hire in Nigeria from R1 852

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 Nigeria with a pick-up date of 21/12 and drop-off date of 6/1. 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.
Driver's age: 25-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Nigeria car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Nigeria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 11 November 2025.

Most common car type

Mini
Search Deals

Popular car types in Nigeria

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Nigeria and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 November 2025.
All deals

At R1 852/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nigeria in the past week. Out of 6 car hire agencies operating in Nigeria, there are, in total, 21 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

R1 852+

View Deal
Compact

Compact

R2 159+

View Deal
Intermediate

Intermediate

R2 489+

View Deal
Standard

Standard

R2 655+

View Deal
Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R4 143+

View Deal
Passenger van

Passenger van

R4 143+

View Deal
Luxury

Luxury

R6 623+

View Deal
Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R2 820+

View Deal

Compare car hire deals in Nigeria by type

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

Renault SanderoR1 852/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 11/09/25
Toyota CorollaR2 159/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Found 11/09/25

Best car hire deals found in Nigeria

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Nigeria. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 6 hire car agencies in Nigeria with an average daily rate of R3 360. Data was last updated on 11 November 2025.
Renault SanderoR1 852/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 11/09/25
Toyota CorollaR2 159/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Found 11/09/25
Nissan AlmeraR2 489/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 11/09/25

Cheapflights insights for Nigeria car hires

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Nigeria, make your reservation 57 days before pickup. The average price then is just R1 766/day – about 1 152% less than the yearly average.

Find deals

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nigeria is September, when you can expect to pay R2 038/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is October (R3 058/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

R2 309

February

R2 412

March

R2 335

April

R2 378

May

R2 348

June

R2 378

July

R2 176

August

R2 593

September

R2 038

October

R3 058

November

R2 825

December

R2 253

What car do most people hire in Nigeria?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. SUV (Toyota Land Cruiser) and Full-size (Toyota Land Cruiser) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nigeria.

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.

Find deals

Top rental agencies in Nigeria

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Nigeria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Nigeria. Reviews were last updated on 11 November 2025.

Sixt

4,0
Mediocre
1 review•7 locations
Check prices

Avis

3 locations
Check prices

America Car Rental

2 locations
Check prices

Hertz

5 locations
Check prices

keddy by Europcar

2 locations
Check prices

Europcar

2 locations
Check prices

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nigeria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 November 2025.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Nigeria?

    Cars in Nigeria are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free Cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation