Car rental in Nigeria

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Nigeria car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Nigeria car rental at a glance

Most popular providerSixt
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentSeptember
Best time to book4 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Nigeria could cost, we've pulled prices from Abuja.

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Cities in Nigeria

Take a look at the different cities in Nigeria you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less traveled.

Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Nigeria

The cheapest month to rent a car in Nigeria is September, when the average cost per day is 92 €. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is February, when the average cost per day is 93 €. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Nigeria is December.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Nigeria could cost, we've pulled prices from Abuja.

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Car rental in Nigeria: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Nigeria, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Nigeria, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Nigeria is Sixt. You can rent a car with them for 177 € on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Sixt, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Nigeria depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Nigeria, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Nigeria. First, you need to decide where in Nigeria you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Nigeria. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Nigeria you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Lagos. On average, it costs 100 € per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 100 € per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Nigeria

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Nigeria is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Nigeria is Sixt. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Sixt.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 4 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are 100 € a day and 643 € a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Nigeria you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Nigeria. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Nigeria is Lagos. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Abuja.

Rent a car long term in Nigeria

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Nigeria with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.