Car hire in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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These are the lowest Riyadh car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Riyadh?

Our data shows that May is the cheapest month to rent a car in Riyadh. It’s around HK$289 per day in May, compared to the yearly average of HK$495 per day.
Cheapest month avgMay • HK$289
Yearly avg priceHK$495

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There are 94 car hire providers in Riyadh. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Riyadh

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Riyadh. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Riyadh

Sixt
Legend World Rent A Car
addCar
Final Rentals
Alamo
Key Car Rental

What's the most popular car to hire in Riyadh?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Chevrolet Spark is the most popular car to hire in Riyadh, with prices starting from HK$172 per day. The Hyundai Accent and similar models are also popular drives in Riyadh.
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark16% chose this
Hyundai Accent
Hyundai Accent10% chose this
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i108% chose this
Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai Elantra7% chose this
Most popular carChevrolet Spark
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Riyadh's cheapest car hire providers

addCar has the cheapest car hire in Riyadh right now, with prices from HK$172 per day. You'll save an average of HK$133 per day when you book with them.
addCarfrom HK$172 per day
Dryyvefrom HK$268 per day
Alamofrom HK$287 per day
Key Car Rentalfrom HK$360 per day
Cheapest provideraddCar
Book with them to save aroundHK$133 per day

Hiring a car in Riyadh: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companySixt
Most popular carLarge, fullsize
Average daily priceHK$1,690
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Riyadh

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Riyadh car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Riyadh that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Riyadh for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Riyadh avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Riyadh, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Riyadh car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Riyadh is HK$1,690 per day or HK$11,888 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is HK$172 per day for Medium hire from Europcar. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: HK$391 per day.
Cheapest price found: HK$179 per day.
SUV
Average price: HK$1,367 per day.
Cheapest price found: HK$268 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: HK$1,949 per day.
Cheapest price found: HK$724 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Riyadh is Medium, compact. The most popular is Large, fullsize.
The cheapest car hire companies in Riyadh are currently Alamo and Sixt.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Riyadh is currently September.
On average, around HK$11,888. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Riyadh is HK$1,203.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Riyadh for a whole month is HK$38,468. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Riyadh, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Riyadh that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Riyadh offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Riyadh, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Riyadh is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Riyadh is usually around HK$1,267 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Riyadh, which is HK$1,690 per day. The cheapest price we found in Riyadh is HK$172 per day with Europcar for Medium car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Riyadh will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Riyadh. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Riyadh.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is HK$179 per day. The average price per day is around HK$391.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Sixt, Legend World Rent A Car and addCar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Riyadh, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Europcar
4.9/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: HK$890
Avis
4.7/5 (from 5 reviews)
Average daily price: HK$766
Sixt
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: HK$296
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Riyadh, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from HK$4,166 to HK$8,418 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Mazda Mazda6 — averages HK$1,690 per day in Riyadh. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Riyadh right now is HK$655 per day with Green Motion.
Luxury car hire, like the Ford Taurus, costs an average of HK$1,949 per day in Riyadh. The cheapest price we could find is HK$724 per day with Key Car Rental.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Kia Picanto, averages HK$723 per day in Riyadh. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Riyadh is HK$172 per day with addCar.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Riyadh let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around HK$63 per day. Some companies include it at no extra cost, so check the details before you book.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Riyadh.