A weekend car rental in Dubai from Friday to Sunday costs from AED 300 with Next Ride: three days in a Suzuki Baleno 2025 at AED 100 a day, delivered free to your door with comprehensive insurance included. A Saturday and Sunday rental starts at AED 200. Below you will find weekend prices for every car in our fleet, when a weekly rental works out cheaper, and how to get the most out of a weekend on the road.
What counts as the weekend in Dubai?
The UAE moved its official weekend to Saturday and Sunday in January 2022, with Friday becoming a half day for government offices and schools (Executive Traveller). Private companies can set their own working week, so many people finish early on Friday or have it off altogether. That is why most weekend rentals here run either Friday to Sunday or Saturday to Sunday.
Weekend car rental prices
Here is what a weekend costs at our standard daily rates:
| Car | Type | Saturday to Sunday (2 days) | Friday to Sunday (3 days) | Friday to Monday (4 days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Baleno 2025 | Economy hatchback, 5 seats | AED 200 | AED 300 | AED 400 |
| Hyundai Creta | Compact SUV, 5 seats | AED 240 | AED 360 | AED 480 |
| Hyundai Elantra 2025 | Sedan, 5 seats | AED 280 | AED 420 | AED 560 |
| Exeed LX 2026 | Premium crossover, 5 seats | AED 300 | AED 450 | AED 600 |
| Kia Carens 2025 | 7-seat MPV | AED 360 | AED 540 | AED 720 |
Delivery and collection anywhere in Dubai are free, so the price above is what you pay for the car itself. Salik tolls are added after the rental based on the gates you actually pass.
When a weekly rental is cheaper than a long weekend
If your weekend stretches into a short break, check the weekly price before you book. A weekly rental saves up to 17% on the daily rate, and for most of our cars it becomes the cheaper option at around six days.
| Car | 6 days at daily rate | Weekly price (7 days) |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Baleno 2025 | AED 600 | AED 595 |
| Hyundai Creta | AED 720 | AED 700 |
| Hyundai Elantra 2025 | AED 840 | AED 830 |
| Kia Carens 2025 | AED 1,080 | AED 1,050 |
In other words, if you need a car from Friday to the following Wednesday, ask for the weekly rate and keep the car for the extra day at no extra cost. Our Winter Saver also gives 15% off economy cars booked weekly or monthly until December 2026; see the current offers. If you find yourself renting every weekend, a monthly rental saves up to 45% and the car is always ready.
Here is the full price list for every rental length:
| Car | Type | Daily (starting) | Weekly (starting) | Monthly (starting) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Baleno 2025 | Economy hatchback, 5 seats | AED 100 | AED 595 (AED 85/day) | AED 1,650 (AED 55/day) |
| Hyundai Creta | Compact SUV, 5 seats | AED 120 | AED 700 (AED 100/day) | AED 2,700 (AED 90/day) |
| Hyundai Elantra 2025 | Sedan, 5 seats | AED 140 | AED 830 (AED 118/day) | AED 2,900 (AED 96/day) |
| Exeed LX 2026 | Premium crossover, 5 seats | AED 150 | AED 999 (AED 142/day) | AED 2,910 (AED 97/day) |
| Kia Carens 2025 | 7-seat MPV | AED 180 | AED 1,050 (AED 150/day) | AED 3,500 (AED 116/day) |
Which car suits your weekend?
| Weekend plan | Good choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Brunch, the beach and the malls | Suzuki Baleno 2025 | Lowest price and easy to park |
| A road trip to the mountains or the east coast | Hyundai Creta | SUV ride height and room for luggage |
| A smart dinner or a wedding | Hyundai Elantra 2025 or Exeed LX 2026 | Comfortable and well presented |
| Family visitors or a group of friends | Kia Carens 2025 | Seven seats, one car |
Ideas for a weekend with a rental car
A car opens up places that are awkward to reach by taxi or metro. Our guide to day trips from Dubai by car covers the most popular drives in detail. A few weekend favourites:
- Abu Dhabi for the museums and the corniche, then back the same evening
- Hatta for the dam and the mountain scenery, best enjoyed in the cooler months
- The east coast around Fujairah for snorkelling and quieter beaches
- Ras Al Khaimah for Jebel Jais and a resort night away
- Around Dubai: an early beach morning, a desert sunset drive and dinner across town without counting taxi fares
You can drive your Next Ride car to all seven emirates. The car must stay inside the UAE, so trips to Oman or other countries are not allowed.
Weekend driving tips for Dubai
Salik tolls are lower on Sundays
From Monday to Saturday, Salik charges AED 6.30 per gate at peak times (6am to 10am and 4pm to 8pm) and AED 4.20 at other times, with free crossings from 1am to 6am. On Sundays there is a flat AED 4.20 charge (Gulf News, June 2026). Every Next Ride car has a Salik tag, so you never need to stop at a gate.
Public parking is free on Sundays
Public paid parking run by Parkin is free all day on Sundays and official public holidays, and every night from 10pm to 8am (Gulf News). Saturday is a normal paid day, so keep paying as usual. Private car parks in malls, hotels and places such as Palm Jumeirah have their own rules, so always check the signs.
Plan around Friday and Saturday evenings
- Beach roads, malls and popular restaurants get busy on Friday and Saturday evenings, so leave extra time
- Book early for long weekends and public holidays, when demand for rental cars rises
- For a day trip, set off early in the morning to enjoy cooler temperatures and lighter traffic
How to book a weekend rental
- Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, times and delivery address
- Choose your car and receive a confirmed price
- Have your documents ready: passport or Emirates ID, driving licence and a credit card for the deposit
- We deliver the car on Friday or Saturday and collect it when your weekend is over
Visiting Dubai for the weekend? Our tourist car rental guide explains what visitors need to know, and we can meet you at the airport. Deposit, mileage and cancellation terms depend on the car and dates, so just ask us when you book.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a weekend car rental in Dubai?
A Friday to Sunday rental starts from AED 300 for a Suzuki Baleno 2025, and a Saturday to Sunday rental from AED 200. SUVs start from AED 360 for three days.
Can I rent a car for just one day in Dubai?
Yes. Daily rentals start from AED 100 for a Suzuki Baleno 2025, with free delivery anywhere in Dubai.
Is a weekly rental cheaper than a long weekend?
If you need the car for around six days or more, the weekly price is usually cheaper. A Suzuki Baleno 2025 costs AED 595 for a week compared with AED 600 for six days at the daily rate.
Can I take a weekend rental car to Abu Dhabi or Hatta?
Yes. You can drive to all seven emirates. The car cannot be taken outside the UAE.
What is the minimum age to rent a car for the weekend?
The minimum age to rent with Next Ride is 21. You will also need a valid driving licence and ID.
