UAE Petrol Price Today
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UAE Petrol Price Today in Rupees, PKR and Other Currencies
Many residents and visitors compare the pump price with fuel back home. Here is today’s UAE petrol and diesel price per litre converted into popular currencies.
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Fuel Cost Calculator
Work out how much a full tank costs this month, or how many litres you get for a set amount.
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UAE Petrol Price History
Prices change every month. This table shows how each fuel type has moved over recent months.
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How UAE Fuel Prices Are Set
The UAE Fuel Price Committee reviews prices at the end of each month and announces the rates for the next month, usually on the last day or two of the month. The new prices take effect on the 1st.
Since fuel prices were deregulated in August 2015, the monthly rate has followed global fuel prices. When crude oil prices rise during a month, pump prices usually go up the following month, and the reverse is true when oil prices fall — track the current trend on our crude oil price page.
Which Petrol Should You Use?
- Super 98: the highest octane, for high-performance engines that require it.
- Special 95: suits most modern cars and is the most widely used grade.
- E-Plus 91: the cheapest petrol, for cars whose manufacturer approves 91 octane.
- Diesel: for diesel engines, mainly trucks, buses and some SUVs.
Your owner’s manual, or the label inside the fuel flap, shows the minimum octane your engine needs. Using a higher grade than required costs more and brings little benefit.
Ways to Save on Fuel in the UAE
- Check tyre pressure regularly. Under-inflated tyres increase fuel use, and pressure changes with the summer heat.
- Avoid long idling with the air conditioning running.
- Accelerate smoothly and keep a steady speed on highways.
- For daily commutes, compare the cost of driving with the Dubai Metro. Our guides to stations such as Union Metro Station and BurJuman Metro Station cover timings and routes.
- For trips between emirates, intercity buses can cost less than a tank of fuel. See Dubai to Ajman bus timings or the Dubai to Fujairah E700 bus.
Other Running Costs for UAE Drivers
Fuel is only part of the cost of owning a car. Plan for car registration renewal in Dubai, parking (an RTA seasonal parking card can save money if you park in the same zone every day, and Sharjah parking timings tell you when parking is free), and any fines, which you can sometimes settle for less through a Dubai traffic fine discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do petrol prices change in the UAE?
Prices change on the 1st of every month. The UAE Fuel Price Committee announces the new rates at the end of the previous month.
Are petrol prices the same in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah?
Yes. The monthly prices apply across the UAE, so you pay the same per litre in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other emirates.
What was the petrol price last month?
The first table on this page compares this month with the previous month, and the history table lists earlier months.
Why do UAE petrol prices go up or down?
Prices are linked to global fuel prices. A rise in international oil prices usually leads to higher pump prices the following month.
Which is cheaper, Special 95 or E-Plus 91?
E-Plus 91 is the cheapest grade. Only use it if your car’s manufacturer approves 91 octane fuel.
Will UAE petrol prices go up or down next month?
The UAE Fuel Price Committee bases next month’s rate mainly on how international oil prices moved this month. As a rough guide, if Brent and WTI crude have been trending higher through the month, pump prices are more likely to rise on the 1st; if crude has been falling, a cut is more likely. The committee announces the confirmed rate on the last day or two of the month, and this page updates automatically once it is published.