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Cheap Car Hire in Nairobi, Kenya from $115

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 Nairobi with a pick-up date of 18/6 and drop-off date of 25/6. 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.
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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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of petrol per litre

$2.05

Average price per day

$190

Cheapest price per day

$115

Popular car types in Nairobi, Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Nairobi, Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

At $115/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Nairobi in the past week. Out of 15 car hire agencies operating in Nairobi, there are, in total, 31 hire locations. View below for one offered car type:

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Nairobi, Kenya by type

Here are the best Nairobi SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado$115/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Best car hire deals found in Nairobi

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Nairobi, Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Nairobi, Kenya with an average daily rate of $115. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado$115/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Nairobi, make your reservation 37 days before pickup. The average price then is just $74/day – about 3% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Nairobi?

In Nairobi, the most affordable car hire company right now is Right Cars, offering prices from just $44.77/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Autounion Car Rental, with rates starting at $54.75/day.

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 $89/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nairobi is July ($129/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

$112

February

$117

March

$95

April

$89

May

$100

June

$107

July

$129

August

$117

September

$91

October

$115

November

$104

December

$129

What car do most people hire in Nairobi?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Nairobi are the following: Economy cars (Class Mini Car or similar), Compact cars (Class Compact Wagon or similar), and SUV cars (Toyota Fortuner 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 hire 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 13 June 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Nairobi, such as Avis, Sixt and GREEN MOTION . Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

2 locations

GREEN MOTION

1 location

Hertz

6.2
Okay
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.7

Budget

2 locations

Ace

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations

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 13 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nairobi?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $190/day when booking a car hire in Nairobi. The absolute best deal a user found was for $91/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nairobi for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    From GREEN MOTION you can hire a car in Nairobi from about $1,408 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nairobi?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Nairobi for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nairobi for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Nairobi can be found for about $6,034, with the average price for a rental being around $201 a day. Book with GREEN MOTION , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 73% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Nairobi.

  • How much is a car hire in Nairobi for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Nairobi is $55. Hiring a Intermediate SUV is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Nairobi. For the month of July, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Nairobi for as low as $0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya

Browse car hires by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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