Nigeria

Cheap Car Rentals in Nigeria from $86

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Nigeria with a pick-up date of 5/5 and drop-off date of 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Nigeria car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nigeria. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2025.

Most popular company

Sixt

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$133

Cheapest price per day

$86

What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Nigeria?

Discover the price range for renting 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 April 29, 2025.

Price

$95 - $162

Out of all the popular cities in Nigeria, Lagos is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $95/day. Renting a car in Lagos is 41% cheaper than renting one in Benin City where the per day rate is around $162. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Nigeria to get a rental car in are: Port Harcourt ($105/day), Abuja ($114/day), and Benin City ($162/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Lagos should expect to spend around $95/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Nigeria is Lagos.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Nigeria?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Nigeria 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 April 29, 2025.

January

$154

February

$151

March

$135

April

$130

May

$137

June

$150

July

$145

August

$137

September

$138

October

$141

November

$126

December

$155

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Nigeria is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Nigeria

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Nigeria to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 29, 2025.

Small cars

$114 - $124

All Car Types

$160 - $194

To rent a small car in Nigeria, you would pay an average price of $118/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Nigeria (~$114/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~$124/day). In fact, May is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Nigeria. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Nigeria, renting a small car saves you 33% 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 Nigeria small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Nigeria, you would pay an average price of $135/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Nigeria (~$117/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$153/day). In fact, July is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Nigeria. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Nigeria, renting a medium car saves you 24% 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 Nigeria medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Nigeria, you would pay an average price of $250/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Nigeria (~$240/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$265/day). In fact, January is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Nigeria. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Nigeria, renting a large car is 30% 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 rent a SUV in Nigeria, you would pay an average price of $219/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Nigeria (~$194/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~$241/day). In fact, March is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Nigeria. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Nigeria, renting a SUV is 20% 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 Nigeria SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Nigeria, you would pay an average price of $226/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Nigeria (~$196/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$266/day). In fact, April is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Nigeria. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Nigeria, renting a van is 23% 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 Nigeria van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mini Hatch$97/day
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Mini Hatch
Nissan Versa$117/day
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Nissan Versa

Top rental agencies in Nigeria

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nigeria known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 5 car rental companies in Nigeria. Reviews were last updated on April 29, 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Nigeria region, including those located within the Lagos, Abuja and Ikeja area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Sixt

1 review7 locations

Hertz

5 locations

Avis

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Best Nigeria car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Nigeria. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 5 rental car agencies in Nigeria with an average daily rate of $224. Data was last updated on April 29, 2025.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Nigeria, including options within the Lagos, Abuja and Ikeja area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.
Ford Fusion$86/day
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Ford Fusion
Nissan Frontier$95/day
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Nissan Frontier
Hyundai Accent$97/day
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Hyundai Accent

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nigeria, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 29, 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Nigeria?

    With an average price of $116/day, Sixt is the most popular car rental provider in Nigeria, booking 44% more rental cars than any other provider.

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

    At $93/day, the cheapest car rental price in Nigeria was found in Lagos. On average, Lagos has the cheapest daily rental car price ($122/day), which is 7% below average price for cities in Nigeria.

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

    Cars in Nigeria are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Luxury car rentals in Nigeria

Find luxury car rental deals in Nigeria from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Nigeria cost an average of $425 per day. Price data was last updated on April 29, 2025.
Take a look at some of the best options when it comes to luxury car rentals in Nigeria, with locations not far from Lagos, Abuja and Ikeja. Before selecting a deal, make sure the details of the reservation work for you and your fellow passengers.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class$284/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Chrysler 300$302/day
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Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300$315/day
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Chrysler 300

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