United Arab Emirates car hire

On average a car hire in the United Arab Emirates costs R387 per day.

Compact (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in the United Arab Emirates.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at AMEX (R226/day), Alamo (R234/day) and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (R244/day).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in the United Arab Emirates are Hertz (7,2, 56 reviews), Dollar (7,0, 55 reviews), and Alamo (6,8, 56 reviews).

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in the United Arab Emirates are Dubai (71% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in the United Arab Emirates), Abu Dhabi (23%) and Ajman (6%).

On average a car hire in the United Arab Emirates costs R2 706 per week (R387 per day).

On average a car hire in the United Arab Emirates costs R11 596 per month (R387 per day).

The country boasts a highly developed and well-maintained network of roads and highways. It is worth noting that all vehicles, including taxis, are required to pay AED 4 when passing through Dubai's toll gates. Brightly lit roads and regular police patrols contribute to a safe driving experience throughout the day in the UAE. Local drivers are generally well-acquainted with the majority of routes and adhere to important driving rules, including speed limits.

In the United Arab Emirates, the minimum legal driving age is 18 years, while the minimum age requirement to rent a car is typically 21 years. However, certain car rental companies may impose a higher minimum age limit, such as 25 years, for specific vehicle types. To rent a car in the UAE, you will need to provide copies of your passport, resident's visa, local driving license, and International Driver's Permit. By presenting these documents, you can ensure a hassle-free car rental process and begin your road trip adventure.

When driving in the United Arab Emirates, you will find that the average of cost of gas is around AED 2.9 (0.60 GBP) per litre and around AED 11 (2.30 GBP) per gallon of gas in the UAE. Of course, keep in mind that prices can fluctuate and that the prices can vary between some gas stations and locations within the UAE.

It is important to familiarise yourself with the legal speed restrictions in the UAE before hiring your car and driving on the roads. Essentially there are three primary speed limits to keep in mind when driving in the United Arab Emirates which are: 80 km/h in urban areas, 100 km/h in rural locations, and 100-160 km/h on highways.