Car Rental at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi from $34/day

Toyota Auris

or similar Small

$37/day

Class Intermediate Car

or similar Medium

$51/day

Toyota Belta

or similar Large

$47/day

Toyota Rush

or similar SUV

$95/day

Mitsubishi Montero

or similar SUV

$137/day

Suzuki Alto

or similar Small

$47/day

Class Luxury Car

or similar Luxury

$96/day

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

or similar SUV

$124/day

Class Intermediate Wagon

or similar Medium

$52/day

Class Compact Wagon

or similar Small

$58/day

Nissan X-Trail

or similar SUV

$75/day

Class Luxury SUV

or similar SUV

$124/day

Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Useful Info

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Hertz	Compact	$74/day	$62/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

You should book your rental car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport around 90 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Right Cars ($29.95/day), Autounion Car Rental ($33.55/day) and GREEN MOTION ($34.58/day).

What is the best rental car company in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are Avis (10.0, 1 review), Hertz (6.0, 5 reviews), and GREEN MOTION (7.0).

Avis

Rated 10.0/10

Hertz

Rated 6.0/10

GREEN MOTION

Rated 7.0/10

Express Rent a Car

Rated 8.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

SUV rentals (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. SUV rentals in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport cost $121/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $76/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is June at an average cost of $81/day. February is the most expensive month to rent a car in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport when prices are $100/day on average, which tends to be 9% above the yearly average rental price for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

What rental car company in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport has the most locations?

Ace, Autounion Car Rental, Avis and Budget each operate 1 location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, more than any other rental company.

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If you plan a cross-border road trip from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO), inform your rental provider of your travel plan when booking. Most car rentals allow renters to drive across Tanzania and Uganda borders. Restrictions apply for other borders, so be sure to inquire about your car rental agency’s cross-border policy before booking a reservation. However, to cross the border with your Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport car rental, you will require additional documentation, an extension of your insurance, and face additional costs. Before signing the rental agreement, be on the lookout for mileage limitations to avoid further charges.
When dropping off your car rental at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, follow the airport signs to the car rental return area. Schedule your return trip precisely to avoid returning your rental car too early or too late because you will incur additional charges. Ensure you fill up your gas tank near the airport to escape costly gas refill prices at the car rental agency. After parking your car, check for any additional damages and have the car rental agent document if there is any and to ensure you don’t leave behind your belongings.
If you want a secondary driver for your car rental at NBO, you can register up to three secondary drivers with your rental provider. The rental providers at NBO allow extra drivers to your car rental agreement, and a daily surcharge for every additional driver may apply. Also, the additional drivers are subjected to similar car rental requirements as the renter. Remember to check out for free additional driver offers when booking a car reservation at NBO.
Mombasa Road is the main highway connecting NBO to the city center. However, this highway experiences heavy traffic congestion during peak hours. The rush hour in Nairobi starts from 6.30 am to 9 am and from 4.30 peaking at 6 am. Thus, picking up and dropping off your rental car at NBO can be daunting during these hours. Consider scheduling your drop-off trips to the airport outside the peak hours.
25% of our users found rental cars at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi for $80 or less
Book your rental car at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi at least 1 week before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Is a car rental at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport worth it?
A car rental from NBO is the most convenient way to transit from the airport. Renting a car at NBO will save you the hassle of dealing with the delays and unreliable schedule of public transportation in Nairobi. Moreover, public transportation to various destinations out of the city is inadequate. Your rental car will offer you the freedom to explore hidden trails and remote destinations that are inaccessible via public transportation. Also, a car rental is a cost-effective means to tour the Safari parks around NBO compared to the tour agencies in the city.
What documents do I need to rent a car at NBO?
Most car rental providers at NBO have capped their minimum age requirement at 25. Nevertheless, drivers between 21 and 24 can also book a car rental at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport but will face extra charges and restrictions. Also, you must present a valid driver’s license, which you must have held for at least two years, and a passport or national I.D. Foreign nationals must also present their government-issued driver’s license with an official translation or an International Driver’s Permit to rent a car at NBO.
What payment options are available for rental cars in NBO?
Car rental providers at NBO mainly accept credit cards payments as the primary mode of payment. Credit cards guarantee them security in case of fines or additional charges. Typically, major credit card providers such as Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are allowed. The credit card must bear the renter’s name. However, some rental agencies accept debit card payments, but additional restrictions, requirements, and costs will apply. Contact your rental provider in advance to inquire about their payment policy.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi?
On average a rental car at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi costs $91 per day.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Nairobi to off-airport locations is Avis.

Avis

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

from$198/day

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Jomo Kenyatta Int Airport

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Compact

Very helpful. Very comfortable car. Joy was excellent in sorting out any issues

Hertz

6.0

Okay

Read 5 reviews

Most popular

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.6

Value for money

5.3

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

from$73/day

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Airport North Road

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

There were no signs after exiting the airport for the rental car office and it was very difficult to find the phone number for Hertz Nairobi JKAI. Eventually we found it then they wanted to put an $800+ deposit on hold on our card (never mentioned on the terms and conditions), as well as, the $400+ for the actual rental car. I made sure to take lots of pictures and wrote on all the documents we signed that it was a deposit and we would get it back period. After we finally got the car, everything went smoothly but the check in and that “deposit” was ridiculous.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2022

👍

8.0 Very good

Amie, Feb 2021

Pros:

Drop off was easy, they came to pick it up.

Cons:

Prices are way to high from other experiences in other countries and locations.

GREEN MOTION

7.0

Good

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

from$43/day

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Nairobi Airport

Opening times not available

Express Rent a Car

8.0

Very good

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Nairobi International Airport

Opening times not available

Sixt

7.2

Good

Best rated

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Airport Road 1

+254 724 001 111

Monday	08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 20:00
Thursday	08:00 - 20:00
Friday	08:00 - 20:00
Saturday	08:00 - 20:00
Sunday	08:00 - 20:00

Autounion Car Rental

7.1

Good

Cheapest deal

One location in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

from$37/day

Locations in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

Avis Counter

+254 717 600 100

Opening times not available