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Cheap Car Hire in Nigeria

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Nigeria car hires in 2026

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R1 685

Cheapest price per day

R1 573
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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 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just R1 661/day – about 1 065% less than the yearly average.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Nigeria is March, when you can expect to pay R2 074/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is September (R2 773/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 376

February

R2 396

March

R2 074

April

R2 334

May

R2 533

June

R2 152

July

R2 074

August

R2 289

September

R2 773

October

R2 312

November

R2 550

December

R2 703

What car do most people hire in Nigeria?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. Economy (Ford Ka) and SUV (Class Intermediate SUV) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nigeria.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nigeria?

Avis has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sixt has the second-highest number of locations in Nigeria at 7.

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Top rental agencies in Nigeria

Sixt

4,0
Mediocre
1 review•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

4,0

Overall

4,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

6,0

Avis

3 locations
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America Car Rental

2 locations
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Hertz

5 locations
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keddy by Europcar

2 locations
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Europcar

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Nigeria?

    At R1 618/day, the cheapest car hire price in Nigeria was found in Lagos. On average, Lagos has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 682/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Nigeria.

  • 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.

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