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Bahrain car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Bahrain. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 March 2026.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

AED 141

Cheapest price per day

AED 98
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Cheapflights insights for Bahrain car rentals

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

How far in advance should I hire a car in Bahrain?

Book your car hire in Bahrain 69 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 81/day on average when booked 69 days ahead, which saves you 164% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Bahrain?

In Bahrain, the most affordable car hire company right now is Budget, offering prices from just AED 77.67/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Al Muftah, with rates starting at AED 94.16/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Bahrain?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Bahrain is June, when you can expect to pay AED 92/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Bahrain is April (AED 165/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 107

February

AED 125

March

AED 99

April

AED 165

May

AED 99

June

AED 92

July

AED 92

August

AED 95

September

AED 103

October

AED 118

November

AED 121

December

AED 118

What car do most people hire in Bahrain?

SUV cars (Class Compact SUV, for example) are the most popular in Bahrain. Compact (Nissan Sunny) and Economy (Kia Pegas) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Bahrain.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Bahrain?

Europcar has 31 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Bahrain at 24.

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Top rental agencies in Bahrain

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Bahrain known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Bahrain. Reviews were last updated on 4 March 2026.

Avis

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.6

Budget

8.0
Very Good
4 reviews•15 locations
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Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.1

Hertz

2 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

National

2 locations
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Dryyve

1 location
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Shouqi

1 location
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Thrifty

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Bahrain, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 March 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Bahrain?

    The most popular car hire company at Bahrain is Budget. With prices on COMPACT starting at AED 78/day about 116% more people book with Budget than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Bahrain?

    At AED 97/day, it is 27% cheaper on average to rent a car in Ar Rifa than any other city in Bahrain. The cheapest price found in Bahrain was for AED 97/day in Ar Rifa.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Bahrain?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Bahrain.

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