Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 September 2025.
Most popular company | THRIFTY |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.18 |
Average price per day | $23 |
Cheapest price per day | $23 |
Cheapflights insights for Abu Dhabi car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Abu Dhabi, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Abu Dhabi?
For the best savings on car rentals in Abu Dhabi, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $39/day – about 46% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Abu Dhabi?
Avis is currently the cheapest car hire company in Abu Dhabi with deals as low as $18.23/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $19.17/day.
What is the best car rental company in Abu Dhabi?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Abu Dhabi is Ace (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.8/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Abu Dhabi is July, when you can expect to pay $37/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Abu Dhabi is December ($55/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
$50
February
$44
March
$39
April
$44
May
$40
June
$40
July
$37
August
$37
September
$39
October
$47
November
$54
December
$55
What car do most people hire in Abu Dhabi?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Abu Dhabi are the following: Compact cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar), Economy cars (Nissan Sunny or similar), and Mini cars (Suzuki Baleno or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Abu Dhabi?
DRIVUS has 34 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Abu Dhabi at 31.
Top rental agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Reviews were last updated on 15 September 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Abu Dhabi?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $23/day when booking a car hire in Abu Dhabi. The absolute best deal a user found was for $23/day from Thrifty, booked on Sep. 14.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Abu Dhabi for a week from Thrifty?
Thrifty is one of the top picks in Abu Dhabi. They can have you in a hire car for about $157 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Abu Dhabi?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Abu Dhabi for a month is certainly possible.