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Cheap Car Hire in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates from AED 38

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 Dubai with a pick-up date of 1/10 and drop-off date of 31/10. 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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Dubai, the United Arab Emirates car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 September 2025.

Most popular company

AUTOSTRAD

Price of petrol per litre

AED 2.54

Average price per day

AED 66

Cheapest price per day

AED 38
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Popular car types in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Dubai, 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 4 September 2025.
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There are currently 473 hire locations operating in Dubai spread across 71 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Dubai is small car at AED 38 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

AED 40+

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Compact

Compact

AED 38+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 47+

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Standard

Standard

AED 52+

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Full-size

Full-size

AED 60+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 97+

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Mini

Mini

AED 41+

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Premium

Premium

AED 95+

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Compare car rental deals in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates by type

Here are the best Dubai small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Dubai medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Dubai large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Dubai SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Dubai luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia RioAED 38/day
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4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Found 09/03/25
Ford FiestaAED 40/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 09/02/25
Mitsubishi MirageAED 41/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Found 09/02/25

Best car rental deals found in Dubai

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Dubai, 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 Dubai, the United Arab Emirates with an average daily rate of AED 77. Data was last updated on 4 September 2025.
Kia RioAED 38/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Found 09/03/25
Ford FiestaAED 40/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Found 09/02/25
Mitsubishi MirageAED 41/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Found 09/02/25

Cheapflights insights for Dubai car rentals

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Dubai, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 81/day – about 210% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Dubai?

In Dubai, the most affordable car hire company right now is Wheego, offering prices from just AED 29.82/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hit, with rates starting at AED 30.85/day.

What is the best car rental company in Dubai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Dubai is Dollar (rated 6.9/10 with 9 reviews). Europcar (rated 6.8/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Dollar
Dollar
6.9
Europcar
Europcar
6.8
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.0
Avis
Avis
5.5

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

At Dubai, the best time to rent a car is at July, with an average daily rate of just AED 77. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 121 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Dubai, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just AED 77. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 121 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 110

February

AED 103

March

AED 88

April

AED 92

May

AED 88

June

AED 84

July

AED 77

August

AED 77

September

AED 84

October

AED 103

November

AED 110

December

AED 121

What car do most people hire in Dubai?

Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Dubai. Intermediate cars (Ford Escape or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Ford Explorer or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Dubai?

DRIVUS has 40 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Golden Key Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Dubai at 31.

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Top rental agencies in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Dubai, 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 Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Reviews were last updated on 4 September 2025.

Dollar

6.9
Okay
9 reviews•21 locations
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.8
Okay
3 reviews•16 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.8

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
7 reviews•24 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

Avis

5.5
Fair
5 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

5.6

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.5
Fair
12 reviews•9 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.1

Budget

4.5
Mediocre
14 reviews•13 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

4.7

DRIVUS

40 locations
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Golden Key Car Rental

31 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 September 2025.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Dubai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 66/day when booking a car hire in Dubai. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 42/day from Wheego, booked on Aug. 31.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Dubai for a week from Autostrad Rent A Car?

    From Autostrad Rent A Car you can hire a car in Dubai from about AED 491 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Dubai?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Dubai.

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

    You can potentially save up to 58% on a month-long rental by booking with Wheego. Wheego is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Dubai can cost you on average AED 2,105 a month or AED 70 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Dubai for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Dubai is AED 103. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Dubai. For the month of October, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Dubai for as low as AED 67/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Deals were last updated on 4 September 2025.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 11+).

Electric

Electric

AED 28+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 22+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 11+

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