Abu Dhabi

Cheap Car Hire in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates from AED 42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Abu Dhabi with a pick-up date of 31/5 and drop-off date of 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 May 2026.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.53

Average price per day

AED 90

Cheapest price per day

AED 42

Popular car types in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 May 2026.

There are 49 hire agencies servicing Abu Dhabi. These agencies, altogether, have 260 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Abu Dhabi with prices from AED 42 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Abu Dhabi:

Economy

Economy

AED 42+

Compact

Compact

AED 45+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 45+

Standard

Standard

AED 52+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 60+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 80+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 100+

Mini

Mini

AED 50+

Best car rental deals found in Abu Dhabi

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates with an average daily rate of AED 74. Data was last updated on 21 May 2026.
Kia PegasAED 42/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Pegas
Citroen C4AED 45/day
4
M
A/C
Citroen C4
Mazda Mazda3AED 45/day
5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3

Cheapflights insights for Abu Dhabi car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Abu Dhabi, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Abu Dhabi?

Book your car hire in Abu Dhabi 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 73/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 204% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Abu Dhabi?

Quick Drive is currently the cheapest car hire company in Abu Dhabi with deals as low as AED 10.22/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 10.46/day.

What is the best car rental company in Abu Dhabi?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Abu Dhabi is National (rated 10.0/10). Hertz (rated 7.1/10 with 13 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Abu Dhabi is July, when you can expect to pay AED 77/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Abu Dhabi is December (AED 106/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

AED 92

February

AED 92

March

AED 88

April

AED 81

May

AED 81

June

AED 84

July

AED 77

August

AED 77

September

AED 77

October

AED 99

November

AED 103

December

AED 106

What car do most people hire in Abu Dhabi?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Abu Dhabi are the following: Full-size cars (Ford Galaxy or similar), SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Abu Dhabi?

Avis has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. NextCar has the second-highest number of locations in Abu Dhabi at 1.

Top rental agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Reviews were last updated on 21 May 2026.

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

7.1
Good
13 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.3

Autostrad Rent A Car

5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.0

Value

7.0

Avis

5.8
Fair
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

6.6

Budget

3.7
Poor
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.2

Comfort

4.7

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

3.7

Value

3.4

NextCar

1 location

Avenue Rent a Car

1 location

GO Rent A Car

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Abu Dhabi?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 90/day when booking a car hire in Abu Dhabi. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 36/day from Hertz, booked on May 18.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Abu Dhabi for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the top picks in Abu Dhabi. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 617 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Abu Dhabi?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Abu Dhabi for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Abu Dhabi for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 84% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Abu Dhabi can cost you on average AED 2,645 a month or AED 88 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Abu Dhabi for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Abu Dhabi are typically AED 78 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to AED 78. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in June to be on average AED 64 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Deals were last updated on 21 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 11+).

Electric

Electric

AED 33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 19+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 11+

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