Car hires in Downtown, Dubai

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire in Downtown, with 24% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring SUV cars in Downtown costs, on average, €54/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighbourhood you stay in, and what agency you hire from.

Port Saeed and Al Qusais are the cheapest neighbourhoods to hire a car in Dubai. We found that Ace is the cheapest car hire company in Port Saeed with an average cost of €16/day. Alamo is the most affordable hire company in Al Qusais with prices averaging €17/day.

Consider hiring a car in Downtown for 16 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighbourhood. The average daily hire cost for 16 days is €27. Weekend and 1-week-long hires will average a total of €321 and €103, respectively. For your more long-term car hire needs, a 1-month-long Downtown car rental will cost €1,294 in total on average.

The best time to hire a car in Downtown is during the month of August, when prices average €21 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car is in January, during which you will frequently find prices averaging €32 per day. Be sure to book your car hire around 84 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Downtown refresh daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Downtown is 15 as of April 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Downtown. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

To hire a car in Downtown, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.