Car hire in Cairo, Egypt

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These are the lowest Cairo car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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

Our data shows that February is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cairo. It’s around 9 991 Ft per day in February, compared to the yearly average of 13 548 Ft per day.
Cheapest month avgFebruary • 9 991 Ft
Yearly avg price13 548 Ft

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There are 77 car hire providers in Cairo. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Cairo

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Cairo. 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 Cairo

drivus
Auto-Union
Sixt
AUTOWILL rent a car
Final Rentals
Alamo

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Nissan Sentra is the most popular car to hire in Cairo, with prices starting from 5 583 Ft per day. The Hyundai i10 and similar models are also popular drives in Cairo.
Nissan Sentra
Nissan Sentra10% chose this
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i108% chose this
Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai Elantra7% chose this
Nissan Leaf
Nissan Leaf7% chose this
Most popular carNissan Sentra
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Cairo's cheapest car hire providers

drivus has the cheapest car hire in Cairo right now, with prices from 5 583 Ft per day. You'll save an average of 3 119 Ft per day when you book with them.
drivusfrom 5 583 Ft per day
Sixtfrom 6 469 Ft per day
Auto-Unionfrom 9 437 Ft per day
AUTOWILL rent a carfrom 10 199 Ft per day
Cheapest providerdrivus
Book with them to save around3 119 Ft per day

Hiring a car in Cairo: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companydrivus
Most popular carLarge, fullsize SUV
Average daily price93 834 Ft
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Cairo

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 Cairo car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Cairo 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 Cairo for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Cairo 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 Cairo, 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 Cairo car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Cairo is 93 834 Ft per day or 321 296 Ft for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 5 583 Ft per day for Small hire from Avis. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 18 819 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 5 583 Ft per day.
SUV
Average price: 58 757 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 469 Ft per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 158 942 Ft per day.
Cheapest price found: 14 440 Ft per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Cairo is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize SUV.
The cheapest car hire companies in Cairo are currently drivus and Green Motion.
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 Cairo is currently October.
On average, around 321 296 Ft. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Cairo is 39 078 Ft.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Cairo for a whole month is 2 266 196 Ft. 

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 Cairo, 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 Cairo 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 Cairo offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Cairo, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Cairo 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.
A good deal for car hire in Cairo is usually around 70 375 Ft per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Cairo, which is 93 834 Ft per day. The cheapest price we found in Cairo is 5 583 Ft per day with Avis for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Cairo will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Cairo. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Cairo.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 5 583 Ft per day. The average price per day is around 18 819 Ft.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like drivus, Auto-Union and Sixt offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Cairo, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Sixt
4.7/5 (from 92 reviews)
Average daily price: 57 723 Ft
Budget
4.7/5 (from 19 reviews)
Average daily price: 21 723 Ft
Alamo
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 25 453 Ft
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Cairo, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 157 177 Ft to 1 093 883 Ft depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the BMW 3-Series — averages 93 834 Ft per day in Cairo. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Cairo right now is 9 113 Ft per day with drivus.
Luxury car hire, like the Mercedes C-Class, costs an average of 158 942 Ft per day in Cairo. The cheapest price we could find is 14 440 Ft per day with Alamo.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Nissan Leaf, averages 34 461 Ft per day in Cairo. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Cairo is 5 583 Ft per day with drivus.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Cairo let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 759 Ft per day. The good news is that some companies, like Right Cars, Avis and Green Motion, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Cairo.