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Saudi Arabia car hires in 2026

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 29 May 2026.

Most popular company

Final Rentals

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R950

Cheapest price per day

R322
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Cheapflights insights for Saudi Arabia car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Saudi Arabia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

Book your car hire in Saudi Arabia 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R467/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 230% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, the most affordable car hire company right now is Alamo, offering prices from just R33,68/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Key Car Rental, SA, with rates starting at R36,38/day.

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

At Saudi Arabia, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just R525. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R672 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Saudi Arabia, the best time to hire a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just R525. Conversely, September is the priciest month, averaging R672 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R577

February

R591

March

R583

April

R553

May

R539

June

R539

July

R525

August

R585

September

R672

October

R588

November

R566

December

R566

What car do most people hire in Saudi Arabia?

Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Saudi Arabia. Compact cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

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

Avis has 27 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Saudi Arabia at 10.

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 283 pickup locations in Saudi Arabia to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 May 2026.
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Top rental 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 29 May 2026.

Thrifty

19 locations
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Key Car Rental, SA

10,0
Wonderful
2 reviews•20 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Europcar

5,3
Fair
1 review•57 locations
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Cleanliness

5,9

Comfort

4,6

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

5,3

Budget

5,1
Fair
17 reviews•128 locations
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Cleanliness

5,7

Comfort

5,5

Overall

5,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,2

National

5,0
Fair
2 reviews•6 locations
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Cleanliness

4,0

Comfort

5,0

Overall

5,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,0

Avis

4,2
Mediocre
12 reviews•27 locations
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Cleanliness

4,5

Comfort

4,9

Overall

4,2

Pick-up/drop-off

3,9

Value

4,5

Hertz

3,6
Poor
2 reviews•25 locations
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Cleanliness

4,0

Comfort

4,0

Overall

3,6

Pick-up/drop-off

3,6

Value

4,0

Avec Car Rental

1 location
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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 29 May 2026.

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

    With an average price of R550/day, Alamo is the most popular car hire provider in Saudi Arabia, booking 50% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At R401/day, it is 38% cheaper on average to rent a car in Medina than any other city in Saudi Arabia. The cheapest price found in Saudi Arabia was for R257/day in Medina.

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

    Cars in Saudi Arabia are to be driven on the right side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in Saudi Arabia

Browse car hires by fuel type in Saudi Arabia. Deals were last updated on 29 May 2026.
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Hybrid

Hybrid

R122+

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