Saudi Arabia car hire

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Cheap car hire in Saudi Arabia

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Kia Pegas car
Kia Pegas
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£16/day
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Nissan Sunny car
Nissan Sunny
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£16/day
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Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
M
£16/day
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Kia Pegas car
Kia Pegas
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£16/day
View Deal
Nissan Sunny car
Nissan Sunny
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£16/day
View Deal
Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
M
£16/day
View Deal
* These are the best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours and may change
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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Sixt
Mini
£27/day
£25/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Saudi Arabia car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Saudi Arabia with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Saudi Arabia?

You should book your car hire in Saudi Arabia around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Saudi Arabia?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Sixt (£3.87/day), Alamo (£15.06/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£15.99/day).

What is the most popular car to hire in Saudi Arabia?

Intermediate cars (Class Compact Van or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Saudi Arabia. Intermediate cars in Saudi Arabia cost £48/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £28/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Saudi Arabia is February at an average cost of £28/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Saudi Arabia when prices are £33/day on average, which tends to be 19% above the yearly average hire price for Saudi Arabia.

What car hire company in Saudi Arabia has the most locations?

Budget operates 126 locations in Saudi Arabia, more than any other car hire company.
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Top tips for hiring a car in Saudi Arabia

  • In Saudi Arabia, children under the age of 12 must travel in an appropriate car seat or booster seat. No child under 10 years old is allowed to sit in the front seat, so if you plan to bring your children on vacation to the country, you should either bring a car seat with you or rent one from your car hire company for around SAR 20.88 (5.55 USD) per day.
  • If you plan to cross the border with your rental car in Saudi Arabia, you will need permission from your car hire agency in the form of a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC). You will be permitted to cross the Oman and United Arab Emirates borders; however, the Jordan and Israeli borders are not allowed to be crossed from Saudi Arabia.
  • On your travels around Saudi Arabia, you will find that driving between cities, rather than within each, is much more enjoyable and is the fastest way to get around. This is one of the main reasons to rent a car instead of relying on public transportation. Take your rental car to visit the towns on the Red Sea coast, like Jeddah and Yanbu, which are 317 km (203 mi) apart from each other.
  • Since Saudi Arabia is mostly desert, primarily the Arabian Desert, it is best explored by a four-wheel drive, as standard cars will struggle in the sand. The popular pastime of "tet’ees" or sand-duning, requires off-road vehicles, which you can rent from your car hire company.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Saudi Arabia for £25 or less
  • Economy hire cars in Saudi Arabia are around 49% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Saudi Arabia

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

    On average a car hire in Saudi Arabia costs £27 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Saudi Arabia?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Saudi Arabia are Jeddah (55% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Saudi Arabia), Riyadh (15%) and Medina (13%).

  • How much does a car hire in Saudi Arabia cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Saudi Arabia costs £192 per week (£27 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Saudi Arabia cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Saudi Arabia costs £822 per month (£27 per day).

  • What is driving like in Saudi Arabia?

    When you rent a car in Saudi Arabia, you will need to drive on the right-hand side of the road and pass other cars on the left. It is mandatory for all drivers to wear a seatbelt, and using a mobile phone while driving is illegal. The road network is good in the country, and you will find that some intercity highways have up to eight lanes. There is one toll road on King Fahd Causeway that costs SAR 25 (6.67 USD) for small cars.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

    If you plan to rent a car in Saudi Arabia, the minimum age for drivers is 25 years old, and you must have held your license for over a year. Drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young drivers surcharge. You are also required to present a valid International Driving Permit along with your passport before you rent a car. You will need to carry car registration documents, identification, and proof of insurance at all times.

  • How much does petrol cost in Saudi Arabia?

    You will find that the petrol is some of the cheapest in the world and that the average price is 2.10 SAR (0.56 USD) per liter or 2.12 USD per gallon, when you rent a car in Saudi Arabia. You will find a good spread of petrol stations along main roads and highways. You will need to remember that during prayer times, petrol stations will be closed.

  • What are the speed limits in Saudi Arabia?

    Before you drive in Saudi Arabia, you will need to be aware of the national speed limits. In urban areas, the speed limit is 45 km/h (28 mph), whereas on highways, it varies between 80 km/h (50 mph) and 120 km/h (74 mph), as signposted. Keep an eye out for unmarked police cars and speed cameras.

Car hire directory

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    126 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    85 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    61 Locations

  • finalrentals

    Final Rentals car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    50 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    39 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    28 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    27 Locations

  • bestrentacar

    Best Rent A Car car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    27 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    27 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    25 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    19 Locations

  • keyrentacar

    Key Rent A Car car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

    18 Locations

Car hire locations in Saudi Arabia

Everything you need to know for your car hire in Saudi Arabia

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.

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