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Cheap Car Hire in Nigeria

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Nigeria car hires in 2026

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

$192

Cheapest price per day

$132
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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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Nigeria, book about 79 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $148, which is about 2% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 April, when you can expect to pay $172/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Nigeria is December ($227/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

$199

February

$213

March

$178

April

$172

May

$199

June

$206

July

$212

August

$226

September

$199

October

$192

November

$190

December

$227

What car do most people hire in Nigeria?

Standard cars (Toyota HiAce, for example) are the most popular in Nigeria. SUV (Class Standard SUV) and Economy (Ford Ka) 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 hire agencies in Nigeria

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

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

    At $187/day, it is 14% cheaper on average to rent a car in Lagos than any other city in Nigeria. The cheapest price found in Nigeria was for $144/day in Lagos.

  • 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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