Nairobi

Cheap Car Hire in Nairobi, Kenya from AED 145

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 5/7 and drop-off date of 20/8. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nairobi, Kenya. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 June 2026.

Most popular company

AUTOUNION

Price of petrol per litre

AED 5.99

Average price per day

AED 247

Cheapest price per day

AED 145

Popular car types in Nairobi, Kenya

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Nairobi, Kenya and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 24 June 2026.

There are, in total, 41 car hire locations in Nairobi that are operated by 21 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: AED 145/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Nairobi hire providers:

Economy

Economy

AED 159+

Compact

Compact

AED 145+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 277+

Standard

Standard

AED 207+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 158+

SUV

SUV

AED 303+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 347+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 524+

Best car rental deals found in Nairobi

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nairobi, Kenya. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Nairobi, Kenya with an average daily rate of AED 320. Data was last updated on 24 June 2026.
Ford FocusAED 145/day
4
M
A/C
Ford Focus
Chevrolet SparkAED 156/day
2
M
A/C
Chevrolet Spark
Kia OptimaAED 158/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Optima

Cheapflights insights for Nairobi car rentals

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?

Book your car hire in Nairobi 78 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 180/day on average when booked 78 days ahead, which saves you 148% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Nairobi?

Xdrive Mobility is currently the cheapest car hire company in Nairobi with deals as low as AED 39.10/day found in the past two weeks. Autounion Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 41.80/day.

What is the best car rental company in Nairobi?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nairobi is Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 6.0/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nairobi?

Planning to hire a car in Nairobi? September is the cheapest month, costing about AED 213 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 305. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

AED 239

February

AED 261

March

AED 253

April

AED 224

May

AED 253

June

AED 279

July

AED 297

August

AED 294

September

AED 213

October

AED 272

November

AED 286

December

AED 305

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nairobi?

Both Avis and Ace have 3 locations in Nairobi, more than any other rental company in the area.

Top rental agencies in Nairobi, Kenya

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nairobi, Kenya known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nairobi, Kenya. Reviews were last updated on 24 June 2026.

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

Hertz

6.0
Okay
5 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.0

Ace

3 locations

Unicorn Rent A Car

2 locations

U-Save

1 location

Express Travel Group Limited

1 location

Budget

2 locations

Xdrive Mobility

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nairobi, Kenya, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nairobi?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 247/day when booking a car hire in Nairobi. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 140/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Jun. 20.

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

    Autounion Car Rental is one of the top picks in Nairobi. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,802 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Nairobi can be found for AED 7,725. You can find car rental deals for AED 257 a day on average.

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

    Car hire prices in Nairobi are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in July to be on average AED 0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Nairobi, Kenya. Deals were last updated on 24 June 2026.

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

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 40+

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