Dubai car hires from R260
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Dubai car hire information
| Pick-up location | Dubai |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Luxury SUV, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Hire locations | 344 |
| Airport locations | 84 |
| Popular agencies | Alamo, keddy by Europcar, Ace, DRIVUS, Dollar |
Cheap car hire in Dubai
| Economy | R261/day |
| Compact | R260/day |
| Intermediate | R329/day |
| Standard | R344/day |
| Full-size | R489/day |
| Full-size SUV | R587/day |
| Premium | R599/day |
| Luxury | R1 403/day |
| Premium SUV | R696/day |
| Intermediate SUV | R308/day |
| Compact SUV | R349/day |
| Standard SUV | R450/day |
| Luxury SUV | R911/day |
| Supplier choice | R929/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Dubai
- Excited to hit the road after landing in Dubai? Fortunately for visitors looking to rent a vehicle, hire car centers are located in the lobbies of all three terminals of Dubai International Airport. So, no matter if you are landing in Terminal 1, 2, or 3, you can quickly pick up a car and be out of the airport in no time.
- When driving on the highways, drivers should keep their eyes open for the United Arab Emirates’ somewhat unique road hazards, including camels and goats. Similar to deer and other wildlife in the United States, goats and camels will often wander onto the more remote roads in the UAE. They are not daily visitors, but they do make frequent appearances, so it pays to be cautious especially on empty roads.
- Driving is very popular in Dubai and, unfortunately, that means rush hour can be quite severe. The typical morning rush hour goes from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and in the evening from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Along with the standard Monday through Friday rush hour traffic, Sundays are also included on the list of rush hour traffic days as many commuters are returning to the city for work.
- An advantage to renting a car while you are in Dubai is that you are no longer stuck in the city. The United Arab Emirates has plenty to offer aside from Dubai and with a car it is as simple as a quick drive to reach neighboring emirates such as Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, where you will find the King Faisal Mosque and Saadiyat Island, respectively.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Dubai for R335 or less
- Book your car hire in Dubai at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport car hire locations in Dubai are around 10% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Compact car hire in Dubai are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average
Dubai car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about hiring a car in Dubai
What type of car is recommended for driving in Dubai?
If you want to fit in, a luxury sports car is certainly the best hire option for Dubai. However, if you are just looking to get around, then you really have your pick of the litter as the streets and roads in Dubai will fit vehicles of all sizes. Petrol is also affordable, so even a petrol guzzler will do alright on the streets of Dubai.
What’s the speed limit in Dubai?
Speed junkies will rejoice to hear that Dubai has some of the fastest highways in the world with the freeways going all the way up to 140 km/h (86 mph). Aside from those roads however, the standard range of speeds is 40 km/h (25 mph) to 60 km/h (37 mph) on residential roads and 100 km/h (62 mph) on rural roads.
Where are the best places to park in Dubai?
Parking is widely available in Dubai and visitors should have no problem finding a free spot no matter where they go. Travelers should note that parking fees are broken down into a number of categories. The three primary categories are commercial, non-commercial, and special areas; amongst those, commercial and non-commercial split into a further two separate zones that charge different rates. The exact tariffs will be posted on signage by the parking lots, but it pays to know in advance that fees are not uniform across the city.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Dubai?
On average a car hire in Dubai costs R374 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Dubai?
The average price of fuel in Dubai is R58,95 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R707 and R943, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Dubai?
Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dubai.
Which car hire agencies are at Dubai Intl airport (DXB)?
Car hire companies onsite at Dubai Intl airport include Autostrad Rent A Car, GREEN MOTION, Ace, DRIVUS and Quick Drive.
How can I find car hires near me in Dubai?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Dubai?
A Compact car hire in Dubai costs R303 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Dubai?
An Economy car hire in Dubai costs R350 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Dubai?
An Intermediate car hire in Dubai costs R382 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Dubai?
In Dubai, cars are most frequently hired at DRIVUS Dubai Deira (10 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Dubai?
On average a car hire in Dubai costs R2 615 per week (R374 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Dubai?
On average a car hire in Dubai costs R11 207 per month (R374 per day).
Dubai car rental reviews and directory
Budget
5,2
Fair
115 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
5.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.1
10 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Arrivals Hall Terminal 2
+971 4299 4404
Arrivals Hall Terminal 3
+971 52 316 9204
Dubai Airport
+971 4 224 5192
Dubai Investment Park 2
+971 4 884 0022
Dubai Marina Cascades Building
+971 4 452 3300
Ja Ocean View Hotel Jbr
+971 4884 0022
Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4 452 3300
Two Seasons Hotel Lobby
+971 4381 8166
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4,0 Mediocre
May 2021
Pros:
Relatively quick in paperworkCons:
More clarity on prices and hidden taxes!!!2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
Extra charges on pick-up for airport taxes when other companies do not charge. Car had with an odor of cigarettes. Returned the car 10 h earlier. Rates not really good.6,0 Okay
Jan 2021
Pros:
Staff. LateCons:
Speed up process4,8 Mediocre
Feb 2020
Cons:
Clarify the insurance value in the website, as we could calculate our budget accordingly.2,0 Poor
Nov 2019
Cons:
The vehicle was booked with basic insurance but once the car was to be collected Budget requested me to pay the basic insurance again. So this was paid twice. Tax Invoice from Budget not yet received.2,0 Poor
Jul 2019
Pros:
Did get a chance to like anything they didn’t have the suv I wantedCons:
Better customer serviceHertz
7,2
Good
30 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
7.1
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Maktoum Int Airport
+971 4 887 9917
Dubai Airport
+971 4 224 5222
Dubai Fest. City Inter. Hotel
+971 4 701 1239
Dubai Int'l Ap Term 3
+971 4 220 3013
Main Office, Umm Ramool
+971 4 206 0206
Radisson Sas Hotel
+971 4429 0915
Radisson Sas Residence
+971 4 422 6775
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
6,0 Okay
Dec 2021
7,2 Good
Aug 2018
Cons:
I rent the car for one day and u charged me 2 days. Not fair.2,0 Poor
Jul 2018
Pros:
Nothing unfortunatelyCons:
I went there with all the necessary documents. After some time waiting, they informed me that they didn't have the car I rented, nor any other car in the upgrade. Even though I have reserved the car way before AND paid for it AND called to confirm a day before, they did not have the car... I still didn't receive my refund by the way. They did offer a downgrade, but I couldn't send back home one of my kids with two bags!Alamo
7,1
Good
30 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
7.5
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Quoz Industrial Area
+971 4 303 7047
Al Tayer Land Rover Srv Center
+971 4 201 1939
Al Tayer Motors Al Barsha
+971 4 609 0443
Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 1
+971 4 224 5056
Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 3
+971 4 220 3023
Jebel Ali Free Zone
+971 4 881 0882
Maktoum Intl Airport
+971 4 887 9797
West Marina Beach
+971 4 399 5052
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10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10,0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Clean car fast checkinCons:
Need put a sign board in airport with name of Alamo2,0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
One lady very good and quick taking care of customers.Cons:
It's impossible to understand how much they are going to charge. They tried to increase the price of the car of a lot of money. Thankfully I had the email showing the price I had reserved it for. They overcharge for deposits through a 3rd party company and they are not sure when the deposit will be returned, if it will be returned, as several people had issues with it. The deposit is $1000. There was a nice lady working there. 2 men standing next to her didn't want to help us out, one asked the other to help and he said no! When returned the car and asked for a receipt with charges they tried to tell us they would have emailed us. Not very professional!10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
Pros:
Staff friendly car clean and dis-infected.6,0 Okay
Mar 2021
Cons:
I wanted to rent for an extra day but couldn’t get the same rates, so returned. It was an inconvenience. Why can’t car rental companies in Dubai extend rentals at same discounted rates?8,0 Very Good
Jan 2021
Pros:
Friendly and promptCons:
Faster serviceDollar
6,5
Okay
36 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.5
16 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Khail Road
+971 4 885 3266
Al Maktoum Intl Airport
+971 4887 9289
Al Mankhool Road, Bur Dubai
+971 4 501 3110
Arenco Tower Internet City
+971 4 336 5065
Dubai Intl Ap
+971 4 224 4855
Dubai Marina Mall
+971 4 399 8315
Dubai World Trade Centre
+971 4331 8623
First Avenue Mall
+971 4 336 5065
Head Office
+971 4 336 5065
Hilton Hotel Dubai Creek
+971 4 221 6089
Jafza One Convention Center
+971 4 399 8315
Jumeirah Delta Hotel
+971 4 439 8895
Jumeirah Lake Tower Cluster Q
+971 4 885 3266
Oasis Mall
+971 4 321 5414
Shopping Centre, Ground Floor
+971 4885 3266
The Springs Souk Mall
+971 4 885 3266
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6,0 Okay
Feb 2024
2,0 Poor
Dec 2018
Pros:
They refuse to give me a car!! they said the reservation is not confirmed !!??10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
I felt welcomed, and though I have heard over the years horror stories of renting cars abroad, my experience with Dollar at Dubai airport was excellent.Cons:
Returning the car, it wasn't clear where to park (unlike in every US airport, there's no obvious 'rental return' lot. I had to find a parking spot in close proximity to the office - but that is just Dubai normal. I just wish it was made clearer.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
All went as planned. excellent service, excellent car10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
Always satisfied with my car rental experience from Dollar. Consistency is the word2,0 Poor
Nov 2016
Cons:
It was not confirmed. They asked for full normal price if hired directly. They did not accept email confirmation sent by you. ThanksAvis
5,3
Fair
38 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
6.2
12 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Front Entrance
+971 4 518 6799
Kiosk K 09 Ground Floor
+971 4 518 6755
Murjan 1 Office Number G09
+971 4 518 6822
Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4 518 6833
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2,0 Poor
Feb 2024
2,4 Poor
Jun 2019
Pros:
NothingCons:
Rude staff Price discrimination based on bank (more likely national origin) Damaged car False accusations regarding damages to gain more fees8,0 Very Good
Apr 2019
Pros:
Staff was very kind and attentive.Cons:
The car was about 3-4 years old and the AC didn't work well.2,0 Poor
Feb 2019
Pros:
the car is differentCons:
the car is different2,4 Poor
Jan 2019
Pros:
I don't like their serviceCons:
I don't like their services also the price is high2,0 Poor
Jan 2019
Pros:
That my family was safe after vehicle malfunctionedCons:
This branch Terminal 2 offered me a vehicle with poor maintenance. My family and I could have died on the highway when it malfunctioned. The staff couldnt care less about our situation and Mangosh even told me that ‘this is the Emirates, we are different, we dont offer the services you are asking for’. The team was deceitful and rude. I reported this branch to consumer protection services. If you dont want to die, avoid renting. I’ve contacted my credit card company to dispute payment to them. Kayak should not promote them.keddy by Europcar
10,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
20 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Maktoum International Airport
+971 887 9716
Building 15-Jafza 15-Mina Jebel Ali-Jebel Ali Freezone, Office No 21
+971 58 641 3092
Dubai Al Quoz 319 Road 6th Street Community 364
+971 339 4433
Dubai International Airport Terminal 1
+971 224 5240
Dubai International Airport Terminal 3
+971 220 3933
Dubai Jumeirah Emirates Towers Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 319 8162
Jumeira Al Qasr Hotel Beach Road
+971 366 5652
Jumeirah Beach Road
+971 348 1635
Lease Office Building No16
+971 887 1113
Level 2 Cinema Carpark Enterance
+971 52 128 4063
Madinat Jumeirah Mina A Salam Hotel Jumeirah Beach Road
+971 368 6277
Riyadh Street, Sheikh Rashid Road
+971 4317 2852
Sharaf Building - Al Mina Road
+971 4355 0550
Sheikh Zayed Road In Hotel Lobby
+971 372 2993
Sheikh Zayed Road, Between Interchange 2 And 3
+971 4405 0387
The Palm Island
+971 4 426 1476
The Palm Island
+971 4426 1476
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10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
National
10,0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Quoz Industrial Area
+971 4 303 7047
Al Tayer Land Rover Serv Ctr
+971 4 201 1939
Al Tayer Motors Al Barsha
+971 4 609 0443
Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 1
+971 4 224 5056
Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 3
+971 4 220 3023
Jebel Ali Free Zone
+971 4 881 0882
Maktoum International Airport
+971 4 887 9797
West Marina Beach
+971 4 399 5052
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Thrifty
6,1
Okay
11 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
6.1
19 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Abu Dhabi Ap
+971 2 575 7400
Al Maktoum Intl Airport
+971 438 879 479
Al Muntazah Street
+971 52 977 2140
Al-quoz Workshop & Central Res
+971 4 347 9001
Basement Floor
+971 4 334 0958
Burjuman Mall
+971 4 355 1002
Deira City Center
+971 4 295 4878
Ground Floor Main Entrance
+971 4 450 8916
Ground Floor Near Ikea
+971 4232 6627
Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone
+971 4 881 8827
Jumeirah Beach Residence
+971 4 438 0620
Kiosk #1 Level B1
+971 4 374 0859
Meaisem City Center
+971 52 977 4248
Mirdif City Center
+971 4 284 5104
Nakheel Mall - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
+971 4 566 7380
Shk. Zayed Road
971 4 3318772
The Dubai Mall
+971 4 339 8066
Zayed Rd, Al Barsha
+971 4 341 2834
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2,0 Poor
Jan 2021
Pros:
Hidden charges which never agreed! Stuff won’t accept but to charge the daily hidden charges, even though it’s not mentioned in my booking!Cons:
Charges should be clearly mentioned and never hide unexpected charges! Even little amount of money should always be clarify! PS NO HIDDEN CHARGES! this makes me feel I’ve been scammed, not good at all.6,8 Okay
May 2019
Pros:
Staff friendly. The keep you updated via email. The drop off was good.Cons:
Pickup was terrible, the staff was friendly but the queue line was very long and one staff available. It took me around 30 minutes to pick up my car. In Kayak the choice of car was Form but on reality the car was Renault Duster, so Kayak should update the profile of this car.8,4 Very Good
Nov 2016
Pros:
They give us a bit better car than we expected because we booked some small car from A category and they gave us Toyota Yaris which is I think from B category.Cons:
They did not mark clearly scratches that were before so when we were returning the car they were thinking we made these scratches and I clearly pointed them to write some of these when we picked up the car. But at the end, they accepted all of these was from before and didn`t take any money from the deposit. Another thing to pay attention is to additional cost like 16aed for "road tax" and 25aed to return car at airport, so I returned it to Al Raha mall. Also when you renting from any company pay attention to the level of full because often they don`t give with full level and they expect to return them full level.5,6 Fair
Jul 2016
Pros:
Good & clean carCons:
The rear lights were not working and this caused me an issue with police as I got a fine because of this.10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
4,0 Mediocre
Jun 2023
Europcar
6,1
Okay
22 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.1
14 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
319 Road
+971 4 506 3000
Al Khaleej Road
+971 586 413 060
Al Maktoum International Airport
+971 4 887 9716
In Terminal 1 Arrival Hall
+971 4 506 3055
In Terminal 2 Arrival Hall
+971 52 801 0810
In Terminal 3 Arrival Hall
+971 4 506 3050
Jumeira Al Qasr Hotel
+971 586 413 060
Jumeirah Emirates Towers
+971 4 319 8162
Lease Office Building N16 Jafza
+971 4 887 1113
Managed By Alqouz Office Dubai
+971 4 506 3000
Riyadh Street, Sheikh Rashid Road
+971 58 641 3060
Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4372 2993
The Palm Island
+971 4 426 1476
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6,8 Okay
Feb 2019
Pros:
Yes, the philipian lady at check in was very professional and helpful. Drop off, staff was ok not to welcoming.Cons:
Give clear guidance how to go to the terminal 2!2,0 Poor
May 2018
Pros:
NothingCons:
We booked and had a confirmation email with the price for the rental for 8 days. When we arrived the person at the desk had all our reservation information but said the price was 4 times what our email said. When we showed him the confirmation stating the vehicle and the price, he said “I cannot do that price, this is my best price” and the amount was four times our confirmed reservation amount. We have since checked back to see if we misunderstood the email but no, they just offer one price online and then when you get there adjust the price and will not honor the confirmation from online. The worst part is when this was happening the guy behind us in line said “oh yeah they do that all the time, every time I rent with europcar they charge way more than when you originally book, it’s a huge scam” he said the only reason he uses them is because it is a company card so not his money. I would NEVER use them again. We had to scramble to find another company last minute and got a car from them for a more reasonable rate.2,0 Poor
Apr 2018
Cons:
I booked the vehicle in AED(local currency in Dubai) and I have an email confirmation for this, but when I got to the rental desk I was told the amount would need to be paid in dollars. So the reservation turned out almost 4 times the amount. Even though I had an email confirmation with the currency clearly written in AED, they would not honor it. They already had the slowest and most pathetic service I’ve ever experienced in my life, so I went ahead and just paid the amount to save my time. I highly would not recommend this company.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2018
Pros:
Thier flexibilty and the free upgrade10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
Pros:
the same i booked with full options and tented windows3,6 Poor
Feb 2018
Cons:
It took way too long (~45) min to get the car out at rental place. Car was not clean. It took two follow-up emails to get the rental invoice emailed to me.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5,6
Fair
14 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
6.2
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Quoz Industrial Area
+971 4 303 7047
Al Tayer Land Rover Serv Ctr
+971 4 201 1939
Al Tayer Motors Al Barsha
+971 4 609 0443
Dubai International Airport
+971 4 224 5056
Dubai International Airport
+971 4 220 3023
Jebel Ali Free Zone
+971 4 881 0882
Maktoum International Airport
+971 4 887 9797
West Marina Beach
+971 4 399 5052
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2,0 Poor
Dec 2023
9,6 Wonderful
Oct 2020
Cons:
Good2,0 Poor
Aug 2023
4,0 Mediocre
Apr 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
Autostrad Rent A Car
5,3
Fair
3 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
6.0
3 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Autostrad Rent A Car, Khutban Building, Mezannine Floor, Noor Bank Metro Station, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
+971 4 338 7171
Dubai International Airport, Terminal - 1 Arrivals & Dubai International Airport Terminal 1 Departure
+971 4 224 5040
Plot Number 358-47, 1 Al Quoz 3
+971 4 341 1958
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4,0 Mediocre
Feb 2024
2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
Sixt
5,1
Fair
20 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
5.1
5 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
3 Al Marabea Rd
+971 4384 7302
43 Al Quds Street
+971 4 507 6672
5th Street
+971 800 7498
Airport Road D89 Al Garhoud
+971 800 7498
Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4 350 9266
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2020
Cons:
Good service nice people7,2 Good
Jun 2019
Pros:
The outstanding service by the employees and duty managerCons:
Not to put a misleading offer (it was supposed to be a Ford Focus or equivlant, but i got a Chinese car?!!!) and too many hidden fees that appears later at the branch2,0 Poor
Dec 2018
Pros:
NothngCons:
I reserved on your cite BMW Q1 and they gave me a Chinese crummy and unsafe car. The customer service was horrible . Will never rent a car from them and never recommend them .2,0 Poor
Apr 2023
2,0 Poor
Feb 2023
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Bustan Rotana Hotel
+971 4 705 4178
Arrival Halls Terminal 1
+971 52 316 9740
Arrivals Hall Terminal 3
+971 52 316 9780
Dubai International Airport T3
+971 4 224 4545
Dubai Media City
+971 4381 8166
Novotel Hotel Al Barsha
+971 4 315 0900
The Cascade Building
+971 4 452 3300
The Walk
+971 4452 6869
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2,8 Poor
Oct 2019
Cons:
They tried to charge me an extra 50 USD just to drop off in AD when it was clearly included in the original booking, then they added 50 AED for airport pickup when again, the booking was originally front the airport. Basically a load of hidden fees. Borderline scam. And the car was a bit old and dirty.2,0 Poor
Jan 2018
Cons:
We arrived at DXB to find that the rental agency Payless no longer existed at DXB. The phone number provided by the booking service is not in service. We were stranded and our only options were to take taxis or book expensive last minute car rentals on the spot. We opted for taxis and public transportation as the other rental options were too expensive. We were surprised and let down. I know now not to rely on Kayak.4,0 Mediocre
Jun 2022
8,0 Very Good
Mar 2022
3 locations in Dubai
from R282/dayLocations in Dubai
Al Rais Shopping Centre, Al Mankhool Road
+971 564 151 666
Dubai airport
+971 565 344 506
Sheikh Zayed Rd-Jebel Ali Village
+971 4352 8222
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6,0 Okay
May 2022
6,0 Okay
Mar 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2021
2 locations in Dubai
from R346/dayLocations in Dubai
Bldg # 10, Ground Floor
+971 4 431 0486
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
+971 4 718 9700
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
8 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Quoz
+971 4338 7171
Dubai Internet City
+971 4390 0880
Plot Number 358-47, 1 Al Quoz 3
+971 4 341 1958
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No reviews available
7 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Maktoum International Airport
+971 4 887 9716
Dubai Atlantis The Palm Hotel
+971 4 426 1476
Dubai Emirates Towers Jumeirah Hotel
+971 4 319 8162
Dubai International Airport - Terminal 1
+971 4 506 3055
Dubai International Airport - Terminal 2
+971 52 801 0810
Dubai International Airport - Terminal 3
+971 4 506 3050
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No reviews available
One location in Dubai
from R322/dayLocations in Dubai
Dubai Hotel Delivery
+971 54 998 8837
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No reviews available
5 locations in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)-Emirates Rd
+971 527 855 551
Deira Port Saeed Community 129 street 10A
+971 527 855 551
Terminal 1
+971 527 855 551
Terminal 2
+971 527 855 551
Terminal 3
+971 527 855 551
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One location in Dubai
Locations in Dubai
207-2nd Floor, Al Kasim Building-3
+971 50 765 9228
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3 9a St-Al Quoz
+971 800 297
Office No. 101, Insta Space Business Center Airport Road, Cargo Village Intersection
+971 800 297
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Al Barsha, Al Barsha Mall - Delivery Service
+971 52 580 0788
Al Jaddaf, Community 326 Street 25 - Dubai
+971 52 580 0788
Al Maktoum Int. Airport (Dwc)
+971 52 580 0788
D94 Jumeirah, Palm Strip Center, Dubai
+971 52 580 0788
Deira City Center Mall - Delivery Service
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Garhoud
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Hotel Hilton The Walk
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Ibn Battuta Mall - Delivery Service
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai International Airport, 67 Airport Rd, Garhoud, Dubai
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Marina Mall - Delivery Service
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Motor City
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Rashidiya
+971 52 580 0788
Dubai Umm Ramool
+971 52 580 0788
Jash Hamad, Shoreline 18, Jumeirah Palm, Dubai
+971 52 580 0788
Platinum Tower, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
+971 52 580 0788
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard
+971 52 580 0788
Tamani Arts Business Towers - Delivery Service
+971 52 580 0788
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Al Garhoud
+971 54 998 8837
Any Place Deira Can Be Deliver
+971 54 998 8837
Any Place Of Business Bay Can Be Deliver
+971 54 998 8837
Any Place Of City
+971 54 998 8837
Any Place Of Dip Can Be Deliver
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Atlantis Palm
+971 54 998 8837
Dubai Hills Mall
+971 54 998 8837
Dubai Le Meridian Hotel
+971 54 998 8837
Dubai Marina Mall
+971 54 998 8837
Dubai Marina Side Any Location Can Be Deliver
+971 54 998 8837
Dubai Oasis Mall
+971 54 998 8837
Festival City Around
+971 54 998 8837
Grand Hayyat Hotel
+971 54 998 8837
Ja Ocean View Hotel
+971 54 998 8837
Jebel Ali Side Any Location Can Be Deliver
+971 54 998 8837
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+971 54 998 8837
Media City
+971 54 998 8837
Osr Mall
+971 54 998 8837
Raddion Blue Hotel
+971 54 998 8837
Warwick Hotel
+971 54 998 8837
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117 Sheikh Zayed Rd, Trade Centre, Difc, Dubai
+971 50 978 7953
Al Maktoum airport
+971 509 787 953
Al Quoz 4, Wirehouse, Dubai
+971 50 978 7953
Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence
+971 509 787 953
Dubai - Mall of the Emirates
+971 50 978 7953
Dubai - Manidat Jumeira - Mina
+971 509 787 953
Dubai - Marina
+971 509 787 953
Dubai City
+971 509 787 953
Financial Centre Road
+971 50 978 7953
Sheikh Zayed Road Exit 41, Al Thanya St, Dubai
+971 50 978 7953
The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
+971 50 978 7953
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Autorent Service Centre
+971 4320 7715
European Business Centre, Dubai Investment Park
+971 4 885 5757
Ground Floor Sultan Business Centre
+971 4336 6337
Office No. 102 & 103, Liberty Bldg.
+971 4370 5455
Office No. G22 European Business Center
+971 4885 5757
TERMINAL 1 - Dubai International Airport
0097155-2005851
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6th Street, Al Quoz
+971 339 4433
Al Maktoum International Airport
+971 224 5240
Al Qouz - Dubai branch
+386 30 611 177
Atlantis hotel
+971 4426 1476
Dubai Airport Terminal 1
+971 4220 3933
Dubai International Airport - Terminal 3
+971 4220 3933
One Vasco, Oud Metha Road
+971 582 759 530
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Dubai Airport Terminal 2
+971 8004 6227
Dubai Silicon Oasis Off Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road E311 Dubai
+971 4382 1555
Maktoum Airport Emirates Rd -
+971 504 581 533
SpeedFit 5th Street Umm Ramool Dubai Auto Zone
+971 4253 1700
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319 Road
+971 4 339 4433
Al Maktoum International Airport
+86 10 6064 1387
In Terminal 3 Arrival Hall
+86 10 6064 1387
Jumeirah Beach Road
+971 4 348 1635
Jumeirah Emirates Towers Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4 319 8162
Zylog Bldg 3
+971 4 391 8714
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3 A Street Near Al Safa Metro Station, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
+971 54 791 0301
5th street, Ras A Khor 1
+971 4 336 3639
Al Sufouh 2, Street Building number 10
+971 56 416 3624
Inside Nissan, Infiniti & Renault Deira Service Centre
+971 4 214 1840
Jebel Ali Free Zone Gate no 5
+971 4 885 6652
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+971 52 775 7973
Dubai Al Jaddaf
+971 52 775 7973
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+971 52 775 7973
Dubai International Airport
+971 50 104 4863
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+971 52 775 7973
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Ajman Downtown
+971 52 380 4237
Dubai Al Quoz Industrial
+971 52 380 4237
Dubai Business Bay
+971 52 380 4237
Dubai Hills Mall
+971 52 380 4237
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DUBAI ALQUOZ Sheikh Zayed Road
+971 4339 4500
DUBAI DIFK Kiosk No3 Level B1 The Gate Building
+971 4457 0374
Dubai Investment Park DIP 1
+971 4885 2677
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Al Quoz Industrial Area 2, Dubai - United Arab Emirates
+971 56 985 8000
Dubai Sports City - United Arab Emirates (Meet and Greet)
+971 54 252 2689
Metro Exist 2 Moe
+971 54 252 2689
Plot 59, 22Nd Street, Al Qouz Industrial Area2, Dubai
+971 54 252 2689
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Al Maktoum International Airport
+971 509 533 211
Bussines Bay
+971 509 533 211
Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 1
+971 509 533 211
TERMINAL 3 - Dubai International Airport
+971 509 533 211
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4B, 79Th Street، Al Wasl Road.
+971 52 141 8529
Dubai Hills Mall
+971 52 141 8529
Jlt Cluster P, Jumeirah Lakes Towers - Dubai
+971 52 141 8529
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Dubai Intl Airport Terminal 1
+971 4885 1335
Dubai Investment Park 2 Store 2 PO Box 390562
+971 4885 1335
Maktoum Intl Airport
+971 4885 1335
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Dubai Airport Terminal 1 - Arrivals
+971 55 642 1750
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DUBAI INTERNET CITY, DUBAI: Building # 10,3M Building GROUND FLOOR
+971 4 431 0486
Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai : Inside Nissan Service Center Al Quoz 1 Beside Renault & Infinity Workshops
+971 4 339 3722
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Dubai International Airport
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Warehouse # 4 Street # 6 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
+971 4 338 6555
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ByRoad Car Rentals
+971 4 338 2334
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Office 302, Building 2, Bay Square,, Business Bay - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
+971 4 277 5981
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Building No S2 31 41 A Street, Garhoud Dubai
+971 52 171 8977
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Shop no. 18, Al Raha Building, Opposite City Max Hotel Behind Mall Of Emirates, Al Barsha 1, Dubai P.O. Box: 88152 Dubai UAE
+971 4 408 7300
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Most popular agency | Autostrad Rent A Car |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Compact |
Average price | R374/day |
Good deal | R335/day |
Renting a car and driving in Dubai
Hiring a car for your Dubai tripWheeling your way around Dubai provides you the freedom to explore the emirate on your own terms. You control your own schedule, whether that be from the comfort of a top-of-the-range four-wheel-drive or a red-hot Ferrari.
Driving in Dubai is not for the faint of heart, but it really is the best way to get around. Renting a car saves you valuable time, which is important if you’re only visiting for a short amount of time - there are so many incredible attractions to see and fun things to do, and often not enough time to do them. Having your own wheels gives you the freedom to see as much as you want and go as far afield as you want at your own pace. Other transport options, like the Metro, taxis, and buses are locked into a schedule and you’ll find your activities bound by that. There is one other big advantage of renting a car here - you can rent every kind of vehicle possible, including a supercar, and let’s face it, who doesn’t want to get behind the wheel of one of those? Where better to take one for a ride than in Dubai - the UAE’s world-beating adventurer’s playground.
Licensing / mandatory paperwork to rent a car in Dubai
Most tourists will require an International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to drive in the UAE – this is issued in your country of residence prior to departure. Anyone with a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) passport – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia – as well as those from the UK, US and Canada don’t need an IDP, as they’re able to use the driver’s license issued by their country of origin.
If you’re planning on driving out of the UAE to another country, Oman for instance, be sure to check that the rental company is aware of that. You’ll need additional paperwork and insurance. Be sure to do your homework, know your plans and ask around, because quite a lot of companies don’t actually allow it at all.
You must be aged 21 or above to hire a car in Dubai and your license should be at least a couple of years past the issue date. You may be asked to supply proof of entry to the country, for example your visa stamp, which they’ll likely photocopy, and most times you’ll be required to pay with a credit card.
Types of cars available for rent in Dubai
Most rental vehicles in Dubai are automatic, as stick shift can prove a bit too challenging for anyone who perhaps doesn’t drive on the same side of the road at home or is new to driving in the Middle East.
My advice is that you’re better off in a bigger SUV type of vehicle than a small, sedan runabout.
Size-wise, there really is a vehicle to suit all drivers, and the good news is that most of the cars are relatively new with not a lot of miles on the clock, so you could do as I have done and hire a vehicle you may be interested in purchasing in your home country, and try it out.
From experience, my advice is that you’re better off in a bigger SUV type of vehicle than a small, sedan runabout. The reason I say this is because there is an unwritten road hierarchy scheme in the UAE. If you’re driving around in a Nissan Sunny, for example, you may be more susceptible to tailgating and beeping, more so than if you are in a bigger vehicle, like a Kia Sportage or a Toyota ASX. These kinds of vehicles will give you more presence on the road, especially among the weaving Jeeps, Prados and G-Wagons the locals drive. From a safety perspective, four-wheel-drives have a more solid frame and are therefore safer if you’re involved in any kind of traffic accident.
Where to get a rental car at Dubai Airport?
All the major rental car companies have counters within all three terminals at Dubai International Airport (DXB), and although there are offices right across the city, it is more convenient to be able to walk right up and organize a rental on the spot.
The desks are all lined up one after the other, so you can’t miss them as you walk through arrivals.
Pre-booking the vehicle you know you want is a good idea, although it’s not usually a problem if you haven’t pre-arranged one, as there are generally plenty to go around. It’s wise to do your homework in advance if you know you want to hire a car, as there are websites that will compare prices and find you the best deal.
Is it possible to rent a car in Dubai and drive elsewhere?
Most hire companies have no problem with you venturing into other emirates, like Ras Al Khaimah in the north or Abu Dhabi in the south, but it is best to tell them your plans as there may be mileage restrictions and additional fees per mile outside of those that apply.
Generally, the average number of miles included in a contract is between 124 and 155 per day – it can be less for what they call premium vehicles.
Off-road driving is not part of any rental agreement, so if you want to do that, stick with a tour company – they know what they’re doing and how to handle the desert conditions best – you don’t want to break your rental contract.
Make sure you drive within the Emirates’ borders – there is plenty to see here without needing to venture abroad and, besides, you can save that for another trip!
Everything you need to know about car insurance in Dubai
UAE law states that all rental vehicle agreements include Third Party Liability (TPL) insurance. This covers injury and damage that may be caused to other drivers, passengers and vehicles in the case of an accident that is deemed your fault.
Be sure to inspect the rental vehicle thoroughly before you sign the rental agreement. Ensure any scratches or dents are noted on the inspection report, and ask about the company’s clean car policy, as you don’t want to return the car and have them tell you it’s not clean enough and charge you to have it professionally washed. Ask about which fuel is best to use, and make sure the insurance card is in the console.
It’s not uncommon for many of the rental companies to also request a Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), which covers any damage to the vehicle, but does not cover personal injury to you as a result of an accident. It’s also worth noting that it usually doesn’t cover things like the roof, windshields, tires or the vehicle’s undercarriage.
You can opt for a Super Collision Damage Waiver (SCDW), which is obviously more expensive and covers everything above the deposit. Then there is the Full Insurance option (about AED 91-110 per day), which includes personal injury insurance and roadside assistance, but still requires a deposit.
Rental vehicle excess is often included in comprehensive travel insurance policies and provides injury cover, but global travel insurance companies will usually only allow you to claim expenses if you have the necessary agreement in place with the hire company and can prove you haven’t acted recklessly if there’s an incident.
Good things to know when renting a car in Dubai
Most hire companies in Dubai will require a deposit of some sort to cover any loss or damage to the vehicle while it is in your care. You will get this back should the car be returned in the same condition you received it in. Luxury cars like Ferraris and Lamborghinis often require a much heftier deposit, in line with their value. Expect to fork out anywhere between AED 918 – 312 for a standard vehicle, and between AED 4957 and AED 10,099 for a supercar.
There are several toll points across Dubai and a couple in neighboring Abu Dhabi. All of them are signposted with red and white Salik signs. All rental vehicles are fitted out with toll tags, which register when you drive through them – the chargeable amount is added to your rental account and you’ll fix the company up for those when you pay your final bill. Abu Dhabi’s gates are different in that you are only charged tolls during peak times – between 6.30am-9am and from 4.30pm-7pm during the working week, which is now Monday to Friday. Rental companies generally add an extra dirham, so keep that in mind when checking your final rental ledger.
Any fines you acquire will be listed with the rental company and, again, you will be given a rundown of these when you return the vehicle at the end of the rental period.
What you should know about driving in Dubai
The road network is well designed here, but can be a little confusing at times. As with any destination, you need to verse yourself in the road rules before hitting the highway.
Speed cameras are everywhere. Even if you can’t see them they’re there.
Driving is on the right. This should be no problem for American travelers, but for those from Australia and the UK it will require a side switch, not to mention, double the concentration.
And it’s kilometers, not miles, per hour. If you’re used to miles per hour, you’ll need to adjust to kilometers per hour as that’s what the signage signifies.
Be aware of minimum and maximum speed zones. You shouldn’t go any slower than 60km/hour on busy highways; that is as dangerous as going too fast and you must remain in the slow lane. Maximum limits are generally 120km/hr but on some motorways outside of the city, they can be as fast as 140km/hr. Generally, speeds range from 40km/hr to 100km/hr, depending on where you are in the city.
Speed cameras are everywhere. Even if you can’t see them, they’re there. The UAE is serious about road safety and fines can be eye-watering, so make sure you remain within the assigned limit and move over safely if you need to.
Watch out for road hazards. Not so much on the major freeways, but this is the desert and there have been occasions when camels, gazelle and goats have wandered onto the road. On busier stretches, sometimes debris from another car can become airborne at speed or a rickety truck might pull out of the slow lane without looking, so just have your wits about you and try to avoid any kind of distraction while you’re driving.
Drinking and driving, no way. Alcohol is illegal in the UAE, which means there is no legal amount of liquor allowed on your breath. Fines can be as much as AED 25,000 and you could face jail time.
Seatbelts are mandatory. All passengers must be restrained and no one under the age of 10 can sit in the front passenger seat. Fines start from AED 400 per person.
Avoid rush hour where you can. The roads are the busiest between 6.30am-9am and 4.30pm-7pm with commuters and school buses moving around.
Waze is a lifesaver. The navigation app got me through my time as a road-using UAE expat. You can download it through Google Play or the App store and it is up to date and accurate, but just be aware of international data fees.
Parking your rental car in Dubai
Parking is reasonably easy to come by here, except for some areas like Bur Dubai and Deira, where it can prove challenging.
When it’s busy or there is an event on you may need to drive around for a bit, but most of the time you’ll eventually find a parking spot.
All the major shopping malls have huge parking stations – most of them even dedicate some spots specifically for female drivers. Most of the major city attractions have their own parking lots, and hotels will often valet park your car for free if you’re there for dinner, lunch or brunch.
Many of the asphalt parking areas charge an hourly fee – this is posted on the pay machines which are dispersed throughout the lots. Public parking is free on Sundays and public holidays.
You can pay cash at a parking machine, or you can pay with a prepaid Nol public transport card (available at Carrefour, Lulu or Waitrose supermarkets), or you can pay using an app on your mobile phone. SMS parking prompts you when your parking is close to expiring, allowing you the option of topping it up without having to return to the car to do so, which is handy during the summer.
In some parts of the emirate, like Jumeirah Beach, parking machines are not available and you will need to pay at a fixed kiosk; signage is self-explanatory.
Fuel and gas stations in Dubai
There are plenty of gas stations right across the Emirates – Adnoc is the most common you’ll see.
Given the heat during the summer here, and the flammability of fuel, it is imperative that you turn your engine off and refrain from using your mobile phone at a fuel station.
It is possible to pump your own gas in Dubai, but most drivers prefer the station hands to do it for them in return for a small cash tip (usually rounded up). Fuel is much cheaper here than in many of the country’s tourists travel from – it is an oil nation after all!
Most vehicles take Special, Super or Diesel fuel. Make sure you know when you pick your rental car what your particular vehicle takes – you won’t want to do what I had to do once and get the fuel tank flushed out by a mechanic because you pumped the wrong fuel into a friend’s Jaguar.
You should make a note too of what side of the car the pump is on and how to open the flap. There’s nothing worse than being at the front of the fuel queue and not being ready.
Seasonal driving tips for Dubai
There are times in the UAE that fog, desert storms and even rain can wreak havoc on the roads, lowering visibility and rattling drivers.
The winter months can be particularly challenging – while it’s the most comfortable weather wise, conditions can be unpredictable. Between September and February, the UAE does experience downpours and thunderstorms, and this can lead to flash-flooding. As it only rains here on average about 25 days a year, when it does come down, it throws traffic into chaos.
From November through to March, heavy fog rolls in, again causing traffic delays as it is suggested everyone slow down on motorways until it clears about 11am. Sand storms are also challenging for motorists, and these are usually experienced during spring and summer. Not only do they whip sand across the road and reduce visibility, the ‘shamals,’ as they’re known locally, can make the roads sandy and slippery, so drive with care.
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