With many rental companies, you must be at least 21 years of age to rent a car, and any driver under 25 may have to pay a Young Driver Fee. Similarly, people aged 70+ may find some companies will charge a Senior Driver Fee, or may not rent to them at all.

So car rental for the under-25s or over-70s can be more expensive – which is one more reason to book with VisitSaudia.net, as we work with all the big brands. Just check each car’s terms and conditions to see if your age would make any difference.

Yes. One-way car rental deals are quite common, as they give people even more freedom to explore and enjoy their rental. However, rental companies will often charge a One Way Fee (or ‘drop charge’) to cover the cost of returning the car to its original location. As the world’s biggest online car rental service, we can help you find a one-way rental car with a low Fee – or no Fee at all.

Before you buy any car rental insurance, you should find out what coverage is provided by your credit card company, your homeowner’s / renter’s policy, and your own car insurance. This will help you decide what cover you need to buy while booking and picking up your car.

CDW means ‘Collision Damage Waiver’; a type of cover that limits your liability for damage to certain parts of a rental car.

As the world’s biggest online car rental service, we specialize in finding the cheapest car rental deals from major brands such as Hertz, Avis, Alamo, and Budget. Daily, weekly, or monthly car rentals… just fill in our search form to compare deals from different companies – and find out how much you can save when you rent a car from us.

There are many car rental companies that operate in Saudi Arabia, offering different services and prices. Some of the most popular car rental companies are:

• Budget: A global car rental company with 100 locations in Saudi Arabia. It offers a wide range of vehicles, from economy to luxury, and a loyalty program for frequent customers.

• Europcar: A European car rental company with 47 locations in Saudi Arabia. It offers a wide range of brand new vehicles, from economy to luxury, and a loyalty program for frequent customers.

• Sixt: A German car rental company with 20 locations in Saudi Arabia. It offers a wide range of premium vehicles, from compact to SUVs, and a loyalty program for frequent customers.

Driving in Saudi Arabia is similar to driving in most countries, but there are some specific rules and regulations that you should be aware of. Some of the driving rules are:

• You must have a valid driver’s license and an international driving permit to drive in Saudi Arabia. You must also have your passport or a copy of it with you at all times.
• You must drive on the right side of the road and overtake on the left side.
• You must wear a seat belt at all times and ensure that all passengers do so as well.
• You must obey the speed limits, which vary depending on the road type and condition. The general speed limits are 120 km/h (75 mph) on highways, 80 km/h (50 mph) on urban roads, and 40 km/h (25 mph) on residential roads.
• You must not use your mobile phone while driving unless you have a hands-free device.
• You must not drink alcohol or use drugs before or while driving, as they are strictly prohibited in Saudi Arabia and can result in severe penalties or deportation.
• You must respect the traffic signs and signals and follow the directions of the police or security officials.

The cost of renting a car in Saudi Arabia depends on several factors, such as the car type, the rental duration, the location, the season, and the demand. According our data, the average price of renting a car in Saudi Arabia is $44 per day, but you can find deals as low as $26 per day. You can use our travel website to search and compare prices across hundreds of car rental sites and find the best deal for your needs.

The fuel prices in Saudi Arabia are among the lowest in the world, thanks to the country’s abundant oil reserves. The fuel prices are regulated by the government and are updated monthly. As of June 2023, the fuel prices are:

• Gasoline 91: SAR 1.43 (0.38 USD) per liter

• Gasoline 95: SAR 1.60 (0.43 USD) per liter

• Diesel: SAR 0.52 (0.14 USD) per liter

Parking in Saudi Arabia is generally easy and cheap, but you should always follow the parking rules and regulations to avoid fines or towing. Some of the parking rules are:

• You must park your car in designated parking spaces or areas and pay the parking fee if applicable. You can use coins, prepaid cards, or mobile apps to pay for parking.
• You must not park your car in prohibited areas, such as on sidewalks, crosswalks, intersections, bridges, tunnels, or near fire hydrants, traffic signs, or signals.
• You must not park your car in reserved spaces, such as for disabled people, emergency vehicles, or government officials.
• You must not leave your car unattended with the engine running or the keys inside.