Rent a Car in Dubai for One Day

You can rent a car in Dubai for one day at RCD from AED 39 for a Changan Eado, or AED 40 for a Kia Picanto, Nissan Sunny or Nissan Micra. These are some of the cheapest daily car rental rates in Dubai. The minimum rental is 24 hours, and every rental includes standard insurance and free delivery anywhere in Dubai. Residents need an Emirates ID and a UAE driving licence. Tourists need a passport, a visit visa and a home or international driving licence. A refundable AED 1,000 deposit is held on your card and returned within 21 working days.

Renting for longer? Rent for 7 days and your first day costs only AED 20, see weekly car rental. For a month or more, our monthly car rental in Dubai starts from AED 799 per month.

Daily Rental at a Glance

Prices updated: November 2026

Daily Car Rental Prices in Dubai (November 2026)

Prices include standard insurance and free delivery in Dubai. Fuel, Salik tolls and traffic fines are extra. Check our current promotions for limited-time daily deals.

Car Rental Under AED 100 Per Day in Dubai

Looking for a car rental in Dubai under AED 100 a day? Most of our economy cars and small sedans cost AED 39–40 per day, well below AED 100, with insurance and delivery included:

• Changan Eado – AED 39 per day
• Kia Picanto – AED 40 per day
• Nissan Sunny – AED 40 per day
• Nissan Micra – AED 40 per day
• Kia Rio Sedan – AED 40 per day

Even after adding fuel for a normal day of city driving, most customers spend well under AED 100 in total. If you rent for 7 days, the first day costs only AED 20, which brings your average daily price down even further.

How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Car in Dubai Per Day?

At RCD, a one-day car rental in Dubai costs:

• Economy cars: AED 39–40 per day
• Sedans: AED 39–40 per day
• Compact SUVs: from AED 150 per day
• Luxury and sports cars: depends on the model, see our luxury car rental page

Your total cost for the day is the daily rate plus fuel, any Salik toll crossings and any extra kilometres over the daily limit. There are no booking fees and delivery in Dubai is free.

One-Day SUV Rental in Dubai

Need more space for a family outing, an airport pickup with luggage, or a day trip to Hatta or the desert? Our one-day SUV rentals start from AED 150 per day for a Kia Sportage. Larger 7-seater SUVs are available from AED [confirm] per day. See all SUV rentals in Dubai.

When a One-Day Car Rental Makes Sense

A 24-hour rental is the right choice when you:

• Have a business meeting or site visit across the city
• Are picking up family or guests from the airport
• Need a car while yours is at the garage
• Want to try a model before you buy it
• Are planning a day trip to Abu Dhabi, Hatta or the east coast
• Need a bigger car or a pickup for moving or shopping

If you need the car for more than 4–5 days, a weekly plan usually costs less than paying day by day. From about 20 days onward, monthly is cheaper still. See our monthly vs daily car rental comparison.

Cars You Can Rent for One Day

Economy cars. The cheapest way to rent a car in Dubai for a day. Easy to park and light on fuel. Examples: Kia Picanto, Nissan Micra.

Sedans. More space for business trips and airport runs. Examples: Changan Eado, Nissan Sunny, Kia Rio, Geely Emgrand. Browse all sedan rentals in Dubai.

SUVs. Best for families and day trips. See all SUV rentals.

Luxury, sports and convertible cars. For special occasions and weekend drives. See our luxury, sports car and convertible ranges.

How to Get the Cheapest One-Day Car Rental in Dubai

• Choose an economy car. The Changan Eado, Kia Picanto, Nissan Micra and Nissan Sunny start from AED 39–40 per day.
• Book 7 days if you can. A 7-day rental gets the first day for AED 20.
• Return the car with the same fuel level to avoid refuelling charges.
• Plan your route around Salik gates where possible. Each crossing is added to your bill.
• Check the mileage limit before a long day trip.
• Book early for weekends and public holidays, when the cheapest cars sell out first.

Cheap Car Rental Near You in Dubai

Our office is at Shop 5, Al Meria Building, Al Jaddaf, a short walk from Al Jaddaf Metro Station. You can collect your car there, or we can deliver it for free to your home, hotel or office anywhere in Dubai, including Dubai Marina, JLT, JBR, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Al Barsha, Deira, Bur Dubai, Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City, Mirdif, Dubai Hills and Motor City.

Flying in? We can have your car waiting through our Dubai Airport car rental service.

Staying in another emirate? See daily rentals in Sharjah, Ajman and Abu Dhabi.

Don’t want to drive yourself? Book our car with driver service by the day.

Can You Rent a Car in Dubai for One Day Without a Deposit?

At RCD, a refundable AED 1,000 deposit is held on your credit or debit card and returned within 21 working days after the rental. The waiting period gives time for any traffic fines or Salik charges to appear in the system. Some customers qualify for no-deposit options [confirm conditions]. See rent a car without deposit in Dubai for details.

Documents Needed to Rent a Car for One Day

UAE residents:

• Emirates ID (both sides)
• Valid UAE driving licence
• Credit or debit card for the deposit

Tourists and visitors:

• Passport with visit visa or entry stamp
• Driving licence from your home country, or an International Driving Permit. Check whether your licence is accepted on our list of valid driving licence countries in the UAE.
• Credit or debit card for the deposit

Age: 21+ for economy cars and sedans, 25+ for luxury and sports cars.

How to Rent a Car in Dubai for One Day – Step by Step

Step 1 — Choose your car. Pick a car above, or send us your budget on WhatsApp.

Step 2 — Send your documents. Send your licence and Emirates ID (or passport and visa) on WhatsApp.

Step 3 — Confirm the price. We confirm the daily rate, kilometres included and the deposit before you pay.

Step 4 — Delivery or pickup. Choose free delivery anywhere in Dubai, or collect from our Al Jaddaf office.

Step 5 — Sign and drive. Check the car, sign the agreement, and it’s yours for 24 hours.

What’s Included in a Daily Rental

Included:

• Standard insurance (third-party + collision damage)
• Free delivery and collection in Dubai
• 24/7 roadside assistance
• Your daily mileage allowance

Paid separately:

• Fuel: return the car at the same level you received it
• Salik tolls: charged at actual cost (see how Salik works)
• Traffic fines: charged with an admin fee as per the agreement (see our guide to Dubai traffic fines)
• Extra kilometres over the daily limit
• Damage excess if an accident is your fault, from AED 2,100 depending on the car (see our CDW insurance guide)

All charges are listed in the agreement before you sign. Read our full terms and conditions.

Why Rent a Car for the Day with RCD

• Daily prices from AED 39, shown upfront
• Most cars under AED 100 per day
• Free delivery anywhere in Dubai
• Office in Al Jaddaf, near the metro
• Book on WhatsApp in minutes
• Easy switch to weekly or monthly rates if your plans change