Car hire in Saudi Arabia from $40/day

Q: What age do you need to be to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

To rent a car with most companies in Saudi Arabia you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

Q: What is the best car rental company in Saudi Arabia?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Saudi Arabia is HANCO. You can rent a car with them for $118 on average per day. If you want to learn more about HANCO, you can dig deeper here.

Q: What documents do I need to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Saudi Arabia depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Saudi Arabia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

Q: How much does it cost to rent a car in Saudi Arabia?

It depends on where in Saudi Arabia you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Mecca, Jeddah and Riyadh. In Mecca, it costs around $246 per day or $306 per week. In Jeddah, it costs around $74 per day or $430 per week. In Riyadh, it costs around $132 per day or $394 per week.

Q: How do I hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

It’s easy to hire a car in Saudi Arabia. First, you need to decide where in Saudi Arabia you want to pick up your car from. Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Q: Can I rent a car in Saudi Arabia long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Q: Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Saudi Arabia. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Q: Is it expensive to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

It depends where in Saudi Arabia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Mecca. On average, it costs $246 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is $62 per day.

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Saudi Arabia car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Sixt
Most popular car	Small
Pick-up points	22, Mecca is most popular
Cheapest price found	$40 per day, Al Hufūf
Cheapest month	March
Best time to book	2 weeks before

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Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Saudi Arabia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Saudi Arabia is March, when the average cost per day is $44. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is April, when the average cost per day is $45. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Saudi Arabia is April.

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Car hire in Saudi Arabia: FAQs

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

What is the best car rental company in Saudi Arabia?

What documents do I need to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

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

How do I hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

Can I rent a car in Saudi Arabia long term?

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

Is it expensive to hire a car in Saudi Arabia?

Getting the cheapest car rental in Saudi Arabia

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Saudi Arabia is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Saudi Arabia are Sixt, Final Rentals and Alamo. The cheapest company we've found is Alamo. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $40 a day and $46 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Saudi Arabia you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Saudi Arabia. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Saudi Arabia is Mecca. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Al Hufūf.

Hire a car long term in Saudi Arabia

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Saudi Arabia with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.