Car hire in Abuja, Nigeria

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Abuja?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Abuja. It’s around $194 per day in November, compared to the yearly average of $206 per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • $194
Yearly avg price$206

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There are 3 car hire providers in Abuja. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Abuja

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Abuja. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Abuja

Sixt

What's the most popular car to hire in Abuja?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Ford Fiesta is the most popular car to hire in Abuja, with prices starting from $182 per day. The Ford Escape and similar models are also popular drives in Abuja.
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta43% chose this
Ford Escape
Ford Escape13% chose this
BMW 2-Series
BMW 2-Series10% chose this
Ford Focus
Ford Focus10% chose this
Most popular carFord Fiesta
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Abuja's cheapest car hire providers

Sixt has the cheapest car hire in Abuja right now, with prices from $182 per day. You'll save an average of per day when you book with them.
Sixtfrom $182 per day
Cheapest providerSixt

Hiring a car in Abuja: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companySixt
Most popular carSmall, economy
Average daily price$182
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Abuja

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Abuja car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Abuja that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Abuja for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Abuja avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Abuja, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Abuja car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Abuja is $182 per day or $1,274 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $182 per day for Small hire from Sixt. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
  • Economy
    • Average price: $182 per day.
    • Cheapest price found: $182 per day.
  • SUV
    • Average price: $278 per day.
    • Cheapest price found: $278 per day.
  • Premium/Luxury
    • Average price: $531 per day.
    • Cheapest price found: $408 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Abuja is Small, economy. The most popular is Small, economy.
The cheapest car hire company in Abuja is currently Sixt.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Abuja is currently January.
On average, around $1,274. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Abuja is $1,274.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Abuja for a whole month is $5,820. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Abuja, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Abuja that have free cancellation. 
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged.

If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Abuja offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Abuja, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Abuja is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.