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Cheap Car Hire in Middle East from R291

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 Middle East with a pick-up date of 24/1 and drop-off date of 31/1. 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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Middle East car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Middle East. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Most popular company

Autostrad Rent A Car

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R663

Cheapest price per day

R291

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Middle East?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Middle East, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Price

R269 - R563

Out of all the popular cities in Middle East, Dubai is the cheapest city to hire a car in at just R269/day. Hiring a car in Dubai is 52% cheaper than hiring one in Abu Dhabi where the per day rate is around R563. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Middle East to get a car hire in are: Doha (R367/day), Riyadh (R537/day), and Abu Dhabi (R563/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travellers looking to hire a car in Dubai should expect to spend around R269/day on their transportation. The most popular city to hire a car in Middle East is Dubai.

Popular car types in Middle East

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Middle East and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for rental in Middle East

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Middle East to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Small cars

R362 - R809

All Car Types

R749 - R1 559

To hire a small car in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R434/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Middle East (~R362/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~R809/day). In fact, August is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a small car saves you 58% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Middle East small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R825/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Middle East (~R659/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 069/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a medium car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Middle East medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R1 666/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Middle East (~R1 024/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R3 512/day). In fact, November is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a large car is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Middle East large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R1 139/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Middle East (~R786/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 627/day). In fact, September is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a SUV is 11% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Middle East SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R1 774/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Middle East (~R1 843/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R6 309/day). In fact, September is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a van is 43% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Middle East van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R2 109/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Middle East (~R1 180/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R2 848/day). In fact, July is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a luxury car is 52% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a convertible in Middle East, you would pay an average price of R1 556/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Middle East (~R532/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R2 582/day). In fact, March is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Middle East. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Middle East, renting a convertible is 35% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Suzuki BalenoR291/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Toyota Corolla QuestR295/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Best Middle East car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Middle East. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. Data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Suzuki BalenoR291/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Toyota Corolla QuestR295/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota Corolla QuestR343/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Middle East, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 January 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Middle East?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R614/day when booking a car hire in Middle East. The absolute best deal a user found was for R302/day from Quicklease, booked on Jan. 12.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Middle East?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Middle East from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo (R291/day), Autostrad Rent A Car (R343/day), and ADDCAR RENTAL (R356/day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Middle East for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Middle East from about R3 811 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Middle East for the best price?

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 41% in Middle East - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Middle East?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Middle East check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Middle East can be found for R16 334. You can find car hire deals to be on average R544 a day.

Small car hires in Middle East

Find small car hire deals in Middle East from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Middle East cost an average of R439 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.
Renault KwidR371/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Suzuki SwiftR382/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Kia PicantoR408/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Middle East

Browse car hires by fuel type in Middle East. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Middle East. Deals were last updated on 17 January 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Middle East. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R17+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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