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Popular rental locations in Abu Dhabi

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Car rental offers in Abu Dhabi

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Abu Dhabi.

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Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
SUV
Electric

Car rental companies in Abu Dhabi

Below are the car rental companies in Abu Dhabi with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    9.6 (4314)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.3 (1921)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Hertz

    7.9 (6852)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Avis

    7.7 (5940)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.7 (3331)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.4 (5438)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Europcar

    7.3 (8061)
    From £ 16 / day
  • National Car Rental

    7.2 (402)
    No rates available
  • Green Motion

    7.1 (1887)
    From £ 11 / day
  • Alamo

    6.9 (8619)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Budget

    6.8 (9604)
    No rates available
  • Payless Car Rental

    6.7 (488)
    No rates available
  • Sixt

    7.7 (3316)
    From £ 24 / day
  • addCarRental

    7.1 (104)
    No rates available
  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.5 (3811)
    No rates available

When is the best time to book a rental car in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), June is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), January is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Abu Dhabi - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Abu Dhabi), August is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental companies in and around Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi

Available locations in Abu Dhabi

Khalifa Bin Zayed St(3rd st)
Tourist Club Area

Abu Dhabi Guide

Car Hire

Once a tiny fishing and pearling village, Abu-Dhabi has developed into the political and cultural heart of the United Arab Emirates. Even though Dubai steals much of the international limelight, Abu-Dhabi is the largest emirate in the country. There are plenty of amazing sites scattered across this cosmopolitan metropolis, which are best explored via rental car. Daytrips to the surrounding emirates by car is also recommended.

Who to Book With
There are numerous car hire suppliers found in the heart of Abu-Dhabi. International companies include Dollar, Thrifty, Budget and Hertz. Tourists can also find local rental companies like SuperPrice and Eagle. For the cheapest deals, check online for rental bookings.

Best time to go
It is best to visit Abu-Dhabi between the months of November and March, when the climate is coolest. Expect temperatures to still exceed 30°C, however, and for prices on rental and accommodation to increase. Between April and September, Abu-Dhabi still experiences blue skies, but temperatures tend to soar.

Need to Know Essentials
The following documents are required when renting a car:

- A valid, national or international driving license
- A passport or secondary form of identification
- Credit card used at the time of booking
- The confirmation booking sheet

See our FAQ's for more details.

Driving
Roads in and around Abu-Dhabi are well maintained, and traffic conditions are much better than in the nearby emirate of Dubai. Sandstorms during the hotter months of the year can decrease visibility, so driving should be avoided when sandstorms hit. Local motorists tend to be aggressive, so tourists need to be cautious of others when on the road. Do not go through red lights, or even amber for that matter, as heavy fines are often handed out.

See our guide to the United Arab Emirates for additional information on driving in this Middle Eastern country.

Transport

Abu-Dhabi is certainly orientated towards car transportation. Navigating on foot is not suitable, due to the large roads, sprawling landscape and searing temperatures. With limited public transportation in Abu-Dhabi, tourists will find they can get around the city and emirate more conveniently by rental car. The city does not have a railway network, but there is an extensive bus system readily available. However, this is certainly geared more towards locals than tourists.

Taxis
Taxis are a reliable way to get around Abu-Dhabi. Two of the more popular companies offering taxi services are Al Ghazal and National, which dominate the industry. Most of the cabs in the city can be recognised by their white and gold body paint a green taxi sign on top. However, there are also silver-coloured taxis that recently came into service too, offering higher-standards than regular cabs. Tourists can book taxis via phone or hail them from the curbside.

Buses
The bus network is serviced by Abu Dhabi Transport. There are more than 90 different routes running throughout the city and emirate, but the buses rarely travel to areas of touristic importance. In general, stops are found outside schools, hospitals and other civic services. Nevertheless, buses are extremely cheap, safe and punctual.

Exploring

Once Abu-Dhabi’s sites have been toured, tourists have a great opportunity to explore the rest of the emirate, not to mention various other destinations across the United Arab Emirates. Places like the dazzling city of Dubai, the tranquil spot of Umm Al Quwain and the oasis of Al Ain are within a two-hour-drive from the streets of Abu Dhabi.

Recommended Drives

Dubai - Less than two hours by car hire from Abu Dhabi. The world’s newest global city provides a sensational experience, even on a daytrip. Visit the planet’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa, or the always-popular Dubai Marina. Alternatively, stroll through the historic streets of Bastakiya District, and shop at one of the megamalls, such as the Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Mall.

Liwa Oasis - A collection of Bedouin villages in the heart of the UAE desert. Easily reached by car from Abu Dhabi, the Liwa Oasis is the perfect spot to explore the desert culture of the region (such as date-palm cultivation), and provides a base for desert safaris, which can be pre-organised. Tal Mireb sand dune stands just to the south of Liwa.

Al Ain - Otherwise known as the United Arab Emirates’ Garden City, Al Ain is less than 100 miles from Abu-Dhabi, and should certainly be on any tourist’s itinerary. The Museum and Fort of Al Ain are worth visiting, not to mention the local Camel Souq and the 1,350-metre high Jebel Hafeet.

Practical information

  • Currency
    United Arab Emirates dirham
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • Language
    Arabic
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Thrifty
  • Europcar
  • National Car Rental
  • Green Motion
  • Alamo
  • Budget
  • Payless Car Rental
  • Sixt
  • addCarRental
  • FireFly Car Rental