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 July 2025.
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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 876/day – about 1 213% less than the yearly average.
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 148/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is November (R3 550/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 266
February
R2 414
March
R2 527
April
R2 639
May
R2 349
June
R2 568
July
R2 876
August
R2 408
September
R2 148
October
R2 254
November
R3 550
December
R2 420
What car do most people hire in Nigeria?
SUV cars (Ford Explorer, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. Standard (Toyota HiAce) 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?
Sixt has 7 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Nigeria at 5.
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 5 car hire companies in Nigeria. Reviews were last updated on 11 July 2025.
Choose from the top car hiring agencies available in Nigeria, including locations near Lagos, Abuja and Benin City. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
Sixt
Hertz
Avis
Europcar
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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 11 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Nigeria?
With an average price of R3 446/day, Sixt is the most popular car hire provider in Nigeria, booking 50% more hire cars than any other provider.
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.