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Cheap Car Hire in Nairobi, Kenya from $92

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 1/6 and drop-off date of 13/6. 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 25 May 2025.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of petrol per litre

$2.05

Average price per day

$78

Cheapest price per day

$92

Cheapest time to hire a car in Nairobi, Kenya

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Nairobi, Kenya and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 May 2025.

January

$110

February

$116

March

$95

April

$89

May

$98

June

$103

July

$127

August

$115

September

$90

October

$115

November

$104

December

$129

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 25 May 2025.

At $92/day, small car 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, 30 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Nairobi, Kenya

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Nairobi, Kenya to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 May 2025.

Small cars

$63 - $90

All Car Types

$113 - $179

To hire a small car in Nairobi, Kenya, you would pay an average price of $75/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Nairobi, Kenya (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$90/day). In fact, June is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Nairobi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nairobi, hiring a small car saves you 50% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nairobi small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Nairobi, Kenya, you would pay an average price of $132/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Nairobi, Kenya (~$86/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$208/day). In fact, May is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Nairobi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nairobi, hiring a medium car saves you 11% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nairobi medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Nairobi, Kenya, you would pay an average price of $262/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Nairobi, Kenya (~$170/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$327/day). In fact, June is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Nairobi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nairobi, hiring a large car is 44% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Nairobi, Kenya, you would pay an average price of $194/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Nairobi, Kenya (~$103/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$254/day). In fact, April is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Nairobi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nairobi, hiring a SUV is 24% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nairobi SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Nairobi, Kenya, you would pay an average price of $105/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Nairobi, Kenya (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$303/day). In fact, February is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Nairobi. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Nairobi, hiring a van saves you 30% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Nairobi van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Volkswagen Golf$92/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Holden Barina$95/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina

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 25 May 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

Budget

2 locations

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

Ace

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations

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 $179. Data was last updated on 25 May 2025.
The best prices on car hires in Nairobi we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Volkswagen Golf$92/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Holden Barina$95/day
2
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Holden Cruze$103/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Cruze

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 25 May 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nairobi?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $78/day when booking a car hire in Nairobi. The absolute best deal a user found was for $56/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on May 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nairobi for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    From Autounion Car Rental you can hire a car in Nairobi from about $388 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 $1,662, with the average price for a rental being around $55 a day. Book with Autounion Car Rental, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 6% 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 Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Nairobi. For the month of June, 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 25 May 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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