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Cheap Car Hire in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates

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Dubai, the United Arab Emirates car rentals in 2026

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 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

AUTOSTRAD

Price of petrol per litre

HK$6.98

Average price per day

HK$171

Cheapest price per day

HK$101
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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 7 May 2026.
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Economy

Economy

HK$94+

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Compact

Compact

HK$94+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$134+

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Standard

Standard

HK$165+

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Full-size

Full-size

HK$215+

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SUV

SUV

HK$157+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$333+

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Mini

Mini

HK$122+

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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?

Book your rental car in Dubai 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around HK$157/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 562% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Dubai?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Dubai is Hertz (rated 7.0/10 with 14 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.9/10 with 10 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Hertz
Hertz
7.0
Dollar
Dollar
6.9
Europcar
Europcar
6.4
Thrifty
Thrifty
6.0

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Dubai is July, when you can expect to pay HK$157/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Dubai is December (HK$219/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

HK$204

February

HK$196

March

HK$188

April

HK$172

May

HK$180

June

HK$172

July

HK$157

August

HK$157

September

HK$165

October

HK$196

November

HK$212

December

HK$219

What car do most people rent in Dubai?

Economy cars (Ford Ka or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Dubai. Convertible cars (Class Convertible or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Toyota Corolla 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 7 May 2026.

Hertz

7.0
Good
14 reviews•12 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.9

Dollar

6.9
Okay
10 reviews•20 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.4
Okay
4 reviews•17 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
6 reviews•24 locations
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Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

Avis

5.2
Fair
6 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

5.4

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.8

Budget

4.6
Mediocre
12 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.9

Cargets rent a car

19 locations
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Blitz Car Rentals

15 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 7 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Dubai?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$171/day when booking a car hire in Dubai. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$101/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 25.

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

    Autostrad Rent A Car offers hire cars in Dubai for about HK$1,462 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Dubai check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Dubai is HK$6,267 (HK$209/day) on average.

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