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Cheap Car Hire in Nigeria

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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 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$210

Cheapest price per day

$210

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Nigeria, book about 85 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $163, which is about 11% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 $207/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is June ($249/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

$219

February

$216

March

$207

April

$215

May

$232

June

$249

July

$247

August

$243

September

$211

October

$214

November

$222

December

$225

What car do most people hire in Nigeria?

Intermediate cars (Ford Fusion, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. Economy (Ford Ka) and Compact (Toyota Corolla) 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.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Nigeria, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 19 pickup locations in Nigeria to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Top hire 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 13 June 2025.

Sixt

1 review7 locations

Hertz

5 locations

Avis

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Nigeria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Nigeria?

    The most popular car hire company at Nigeria is Avis. With prices on PICKUP_TRUCK starting at $145/day about 9% more people book with Avis than other companies in the country.

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

    At $210/day, it is 8% cheaper on average to rent a car in Port Harcourt than any other city in Nigeria. The cheapest price found in Nigeria was for $146/day in Port Harcourt.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Nigeria?

    In Nigeria, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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