Saudi Arabia

Cheap Car Hire in Saudi Arabia from £18

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Saudi Arabia with a pick-up date of 2/5 and drop-off date of 25/5. 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.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
4 May — 11 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Saudi Arabia car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Saudi Arabia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

£35

Cheapest price per day

£18

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Saudi Arabia?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Saudi Arabia, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 387 pickup locations in Saudi Arabia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Price

£22 - £31

Out of all the popular cities in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £22/day. Renting a car in Riyadh is 29% cheaper than renting one in Medina where the per day rate is around £31. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Saudi Arabia to get a rental car in are: Jeddah (£25/day), Dammam (£26/day), and Medina (£31/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Jeddah should expect to spend around £25/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Saudi Arabia is Jeddah.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Saudi Arabia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Saudi Arabia and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

January

£32

February

£32

March

£33

April

£34

May

£32

June

£34

July

£34

August

£35

September

£34

October

£35

November

£34

December

£36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Saudi Arabia is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Saudi Arabia

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Saudi Arabia and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

There are 19 hire agencies servicing Saudi Arabia. These agencies, altogether, have 472 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Saudi Arabia with prices from £18 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Saudi Arabia:

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 hire in Saudi Arabia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Saudi Arabia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

£31 - £40

All Car Types

£54 - £85

To hire a small car in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £34/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Saudi Arabia (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£40/day). In fact, April is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring a small car saves you 47% 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 Saudi Arabia small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £64/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Saudi Arabia (~£49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£79/day). In fact, April is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring a medium car saves you 2% 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 Saudi Arabia medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £105/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Saudi Arabia (~£88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~£149/day). In fact, October is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring 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 Saudi Arabia large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £75/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Saudi Arabia (~£58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£94/day). In fact, November is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring a SUV is 14% 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 Saudi Arabia SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £92/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Saudi Arabia (~£73/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£153/day). In fact, May is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring a van is 31% 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 luxury car in Saudi Arabia, you would pay an average price of £153/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Saudi Arabia (~£104/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£201/day). In fact, October is about 33% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Saudi Arabia. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Saudi Arabia, hiring a luxury car is 58% 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 Saudi Arabia luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto£18/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai Ioniq£20/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq
Toyota Aygo£20/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

Top hire agencies in Saudi Arabia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Saudi Arabia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Saudi Arabia. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Saudi Arabia, including those serving the greater Jeddah, Riyadh and Medina area. Helpful information on each car hire agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.

Budget

110 locations

keddy by Europcar

84 locations

Europcar

61 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

33 locations

Avis

28 locations

Best Rent A Car

27 locations

Hertz

23 locations

Sixt

21 locations

Best Saudi Arabia car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Saudi Arabia. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Saudi Arabia with an average daily rate of £50. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Browse some of the deals we've come across on car hires in the Saudi Arabia region, including options close to Jeddah, Riyadh and Medina. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
Kia Picanto£18/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai Ioniq£20/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq
Toyota Aygo£20/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Aygo

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Saudi Arabia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

    Car hire in Saudi Arabia requires that you have your passport, driving licence, and credit card. Your credit card must be international, and third-party credit cards will not be accepted. Saudi Arabia car hire also requires you to be at least 21 years old with at least two years’ worth of driving experience, although each car hire company has different rules. If you are under the age of 25, you will need to pay a young driver’s surcharge. Young drivers are also limited to the type of car that they can hire. Electric, passenger van and luxury car hires in Saudi Arabia are some vehicles under 25s cannot hire. Economy car hire is the most commonly hired car for under 25s. You will not require an International Driver’s permit if you have a licence that is printed in English.

  • What are the rules for driving in Saudi Arabia?

    When you drive your car hire in Saudi Arabia, you will be doing so on the right-hand side of the road. While the car is in motion, all passengers must have their seat belts on. Using your mobile phone while in the car is forbidden. However, if you must use your phone while in the car, you can use hands-free software. It is important to know that the legal drinking and driving limit is 0.00%. It is also illegal to purchase and drink alcohol within the country. Children under 10 are not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat, and all children four and under must use a child seat. Speed limits do differ on occasion; however, in most areas, they are 30 mph (45 kph) for urban, 50 mph (80 kph) for rural, and 75 mph (120 kph) for motorways. It is always best to check with your destinations city’s department in Saudi Arabia for any recent changes in the law before you arrive in the country.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Saudi Arabia?

    There are many great options for car hire in Saudi Arabia. If you are looking for cheap car hire in Saudi Arabia, you can get an economy car. Some recommended economy class cars include a Chevrolet Spark or a Toyota Yaris. However, if you want to go to Saudi Arabia for off-roading, a 4x4 SUV is highly suggested. Most of Saudi Arabia is part of the Arabian Desert; therefore, a car that can easily get through sand is definitely a plus. Some popular 4x4 SUVs you can hire include a Ford Ecosport or a Chevrolet Captiva.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Saudi Arabia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Best Rent A Car (10.0 rating), Alamo (8.6 rating) and Thrifty (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Saudi Arabia.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Saudi Arabia?

    When hiring a car in Saudi Arabia, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and with prices around £41/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Enterprise Rent-A-Car is ECONOMY, which starts as low as £19/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Saudi Arabia?

    At £21/day, the cheapest car hire price in Saudi Arabia was found in Dammam. On average, Riyadh has the cheapest daily rental car price (£29/day), which is 24% below average price for cities in Saudi Arabia.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Saudi Arabia?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Saudi Arabia.

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Small car hires in Saudi Arabia

Find small car hire deals in Saudi Arabia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Saudi Arabia cost an average of £26 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Kia Picanto£18/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai i10£21/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto£21/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Luxury car hires in Saudi Arabia

Find luxury car hire deals in Saudi Arabia from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Saudi Arabia cost an average of £93 per day. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found when it comes to luxury car hires in Saudi Arabia, including pickup locations near Jeddah, Riyadh and Medina. If you're not finding what you're looking for, come back soon as new deals are always being added.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£78/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Audi A6£88/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6
Audi A6£88/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A6

Car hires by fuel type in Saudi Arabia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Saudi Arabia. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Saudi Arabia. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Saudi Arabia. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£46+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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