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Cheap Car Hire in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates from $18
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 Abu Dhabi with a pick-up date of 4/9 and drop-off date of 3/10. 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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Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates car hires 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 29 August 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.06 |
Average price per day | $45 |
Cheapest price per day | $18 |
Popular car types in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 August 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Abu Dhabi this past week from 212 hire locations out of 49 hire agencies. Prices for a Abu Dhabi small car hire start from $18/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
$20+
Compact
$19+
Intermediate
$22+
Standard
$26+
Full-size
$29+
Full-size SUV
$42+
Mini
$18+
Premium
$34+
Compare car hire deals in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates by type
Here are the best Abu Dhabi small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Abu Dhabi medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Abu Dhabi large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Abu Dhabi SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Abu Dhabi luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Nissan Micra$18/day
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MG 3$19/day
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Hyundai i20$20/day
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Best car hire deals found in Abu Dhabi
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates with an average daily rate of $33. Data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Nissan Micra$18/day
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MG 3$19/day
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Hyundai i20$20/day
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Cheapflights insights for Abu Dhabi car hires
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?
To get the best deal on car hire in Abu Dhabi, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $35, which is about 32% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Abu Dhabi?
Looking to hire a car in Abu Dhabi? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $17.20/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $17.89/day.
What is the best car rental company in Abu Dhabi?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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?
At Abu Dhabi, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Abu Dhabi, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just $34. Conversely, November is the priciest month, averaging $51 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$46
February
$40
March
$35
April
$40
May
$37
June
$37
July
$34
August
$37
September
$37
October
$43
November
$51
December
$51
What car do most people hire in Abu Dhabi?
Standard cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Abu Dhabi. SUV (Class Standard SUV) and Mini (Kia Picanto) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Abu Dhabi.
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 hire 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 29 August 2025.
Ace
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Alamo
3 locations
Europcar
15 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.7
Value
7.6
Dollar
6 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.2
Value
7.4
Fast Rent A Car
6 locations
Hertz
12 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.2
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
7.4
Autostrad Rent A Car
5 locations
Thrifty
2 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
6.4
Car hire 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 29 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Abu Dhabi?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $45/day when booking a car hire in Abu Dhabi. The absolute best deal a user found was for $21/day from Alamo, booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Abu Dhabi for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Abu Dhabi, offering car hire for around $241 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Abu Dhabi?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Abu Dhabi however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Abu Dhabi for a month?
You can potentially save up to 46% on a month-long rental by booking with Alamo. Alamo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Abu Dhabi can cost you on average $1,033 a month or $34 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in Abu Dhabi for a weekend?
$0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Abu Dhabi, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Abu Dhabi, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of September, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $168/day.
Car hires by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates
Browse car hires by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. Deals were last updated on 29 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($13+).
Electric
$48+
Hybrid
$27+
Petrol/Diesel
$13+