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Nigeria car hires in 2026

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 15 June 2026.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R2 175

Cheapest price per day

R1 543
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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 71 days before pickup. The average price then is just R1 657/day – about 1 083% 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 September, when you can expect to pay R1 783/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is May (R2 583/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 497

February

R2 351

March

R1 900

April

R2 177

May

R2 583

June

R2 538

July

R2 067

August

R2 327

September

R1 783

October

R2 363

November

R2 217

December

R2 493

What car do most people hire in Nigeria?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. Economy (Ford Ka) and Intermediate (Ford Escape) 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

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 15 June 2026.

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

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nigeria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2026.

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

    At R1 588/day, the cheapest car hire price in Nigeria was found in Lagos. On average, Lagos has the cheapest daily rental car price (R1 949/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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