Cairo car hire information
| Pick-up location | Cairo |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Passenger van, People carrier, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Hire locations | 45 |
| Airport locations | 17 |
| Popular agencies | Sixt, Autounion Car Rental, Budget, Hertz, Alamo |
Cheap car rentals in Cairo
| Economy | AED 69/day |
| Compact | AED 62/day |
| Intermediate | AED 78/day |
| Standard | AED 69/day |
| People carrier | AED 344/day |
| Full-size SUV | AED 187/day |
| Premium | AED 195/day |
| Passenger van | AED 625/day |
| Luxury | AED 213/day |
| Premium SUV | AED 301/day |
| Compact SUV | AED 115/day |
| Intermediate SUV | AED 153/day |
| Standard SUV | AED 176/day |
| Supplier choice | AED 668/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cairo
- Car hire in Cairo is ideal for those looking to make the most of their time in this big city. Whether you want to explore the sights of the city itself, such as the Khan el-Khalili bazaar and the Hanging Church, or want to drive out to visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, driving will enable you to move around at your own pace and will help you avoid a hectic public transport experience.
- You will find car hire desks in all 3 terminals of Cairo International Airport (CAI), all easily accessible inside the terminal building itself. While Terminal 2 only has a limousine service offered by Sixt, you will find a large number of car hire companies for your Cairo car hire in Terminals 1 and 3. These include a number of local companies, as well as some international ones such as Europcar, Budget and Enterprise.
- When driving your car hire in Cairo, it is important to take into consideration the following handy tips. Local drivers rarely use indicators, so try not to get too close to the car in front of you as they might suddenly turn without a warning. Traffic signals are not very common in Cairo, which makes turning left a bit tricky on some of the more major roads. Make sure you also keep an eye out for pedestrians, as jaywalking is very common.
- Cairo is notorious for having heavy traffic any time of the day, but you should especially try to avoid driving during rush hour, which falls between 8:00 and 9:00 in the morning and between 16:00 and 18:00 in the evening. Some of the city’s most congested roads at those times are the Ring Road, as well as the Moneeb, May 15 and 6th of October bridges. The roads also generally get busy after the Maghrib prayer which happens at sunset, and the Isha prayer which happens sometime between 19:00 and 20:00, depending on the time of the year.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Cairo for AED 78 or less
- Book your rental car in Cairo at least 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Cairo are around 36% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in Cairo are around 48% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Cairo
What type of car is recommended for driving in Cairo?
Given the city’s busy roads, the recommended choice for a car hire in Cairo is a smaller vehicle such as a compact car. This increases your chances of finding a car park wherever you go and will enable you to save on fuel costs. If you are visiting in summer, make sure the car you choose is equipped with air conditioning, as it will make driving in hot and humid weather a lot more pleasant.
What’s the speed limit in Cairo?
The speed limit in the city’s built-up areas is 60km/h (37mph), on the motorways it goes up to 90km/h (56mph), while in the dessert you can drive as fast as 100km/h (62mph).
Where are the best places to park in Cairo?
Street parking is available all around Cairo and usually comes without a fee. However, it can be a challenge to find a free spot, especially in the busy areas, and you will find that many cars double park even on busy roads. It is common for locals to offer to help you find a parking space in exchange for a small fee. Alternatively, paid car parks are available all around the city, and the fee is usually paid to the parking attendant. If the car park is busy, you could be asked to leave the keys with the attendant, as they might need to move the car around depending on the available space.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Cairo?
On average a rental car in Cairo costs AED 95 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Cairo?
The average price of fuel in Cairo is AED 5.56 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 67 and AED 89, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Cairo?
Economy (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cairo.
Which car rental companies are at Cairo airport (CAI)?
Car rental companies onsite at Cairo airport include Sixt, Avis, Autounion Car Rental, Budget, Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
How can I find car hires near me in Cairo?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cairo?
An Economy car hire in Cairo costs AED 72 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Cairo?
A Compact car hire in Cairo costs AED 118 per day, on average.
How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Cairo?
A Luxury car hire in Cairo costs AED 322 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Cairo?
In Cairo, cars are most frequently rented at Sixt Terminal 2+3 (18 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Cairo?
On average a car hire in Cairo costs AED 665 per week (AED 95 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Cairo?
On average a car hire in Cairo costs AED 2,851 per month (AED 95 per day).
Cairo car rental reviews and directory
Avis
8.5
Very Good
15 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.9
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Cairo
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
Pros:
The staff was very friendly and helpful. They have arranged pick up near my house. We had helpful conversation through WhatsApp.Cons:
Everything was perfect!2.0 Poor
Dec 2018
Pros:
NothingCons:
The car was not in a good condition The front rain blades was damage and when it rained I couldn’t see anything i had to buy a new blades The car stopped in the middle of nowhere bcoz the engin was hot and i had to wait 2 hours till the engin get cold to add water i think they dont do the regular service because there was no water in the reduator I will not do it again2.0 Poor
Jan 2018
Cons:
They offered me other car than the one i reserved at extra cost2.0 Poor
Jan 2017
Pros:
My reservation not confirmed and I I shocked when got an email stated they supplier can't make the car available4.8 Mediocre
Oct 2016
Pros:
Good pick upCons:
Bad car Old and not worth it fo 40 use per daySixt
7.4
Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.9
7 locations in Cairo
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1.9 Poor
Sep 2021
5.9 Fair
Aug 2021
3.9 Poor
Aug 2021
Europcar
6.0
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.6
4 locations in Cairo
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2023
Budget
5.6
Fair
3 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.6
4 locations in Cairo
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
Pros:
The car was clean and in good working condition.Cons:
I had to wait about an hour for the person to come with the car. Despite booking the car for 6:00 AM, and calling the day before to confirm I could pick it up at that time, I learned when I arrived that the person with they keys to the car wouldn't come until normal working hours started (8:00 AM). Additionally, the mileage costs were not very good. The extra mileage charges for one day of use were about five times the cost of the rental itself.2.0 Poor
Aug 2017
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Very bad car old 2013 with lots of mileage and bad shape5.9 Fair
Oct 2021
Hertz
2.0
Poor
2 reviewsCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
2 locations in Cairo
Alamo
5.3
Fair
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
4.0
One location in Cairo
National
8.1
Very Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Cairo
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Cairo
Autounion Car Rental
7.6
Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Cairo
keddy by Europcar
6.4
Okay
No reviews available
4 locations in Cairo
GREEN MOTION
4.1
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Cairo
Sunnycars
No score available yet
3 locations in Cairo
2 locations in Cairo
Locations in Cairo
Cairo Downtown
+20 101 976 1260
Cairo International Airport
+20 101 976 1260
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Locations in Cairo
Villa 44, st 254, Degla, Maadi, Cairo, Egypt
+20 120 533 4711
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Locations in Cairo
Upon Arrival Contact 201066611027
+86 10 6064 1387
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Sixt |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | AED 95/day |
Good deal | AED 78/day |