Rent a Car in Bur Dubai
Quick Drive offers car rental in Bur Dubai from AED 60 per day, with free delivery to Karama, Al Mankhool, Oud Metha, Al Hamriya, BurJuman and the Al Fahidi heritage area. Renters need a valid driving licence, Emirates ID or passport, and a refundable deposit from AED 1,500. Daily, weekly and monthly plans are available, with monthly rates from AED 1,170. Bur Dubai is well-connected by metro (Red and Green lines) and bus, but a rental gives faster access to the airport, beaches and shopping malls beyond walking distance.
Introduction About Bur Dubai
Bur Dubai is the historical south side of Dubai Creek — the older, denser and culturally richer counterpart to Dubai Deira on the north side. The area covers Al Fahidi (Dubai's oldest district, with traditional courtyard houses and the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood), Karama (an Indian and Pakistani-rich residential and shopping district), Mankhool, Oud Metha (with Lamcy Plaza and the American University), and the BurJuman commercial cluster. Tens of thousands of long-term Indian, Pakistani and Filipino residents live in the area's apartment towers.
Quick Drive offers daily rentals from AED 60 and monthly rental plans from AED 1,170, with free doorstep delivery anywhere in Bur Dubai.
Why Bur Dubai residents and visitors rent a car
Bur Dubai's metro and bus network covers the area better than most parts of Dubai — Al Fahidi, BurJuman, ADCB, Al Karama and Khalid Bin Al Waleed are all metro stops. But most Bur Dubai journeys end up needing a private vehicle: school runs to Mirdif schools, weekly grocery runs to Carrefour at City Centre Mirdif, weekend trips to Sharjah, beach days at La Mer or Sunset Beach, and runs to the airport (DXB) at unsociable hours when metro is closed.
Monthly rental from AED 1,170 is particularly popular among long-term Bur Dubai residents in Karama and Al Mankhool, where many residents prefer rental flexibility over the long-term commitment of buying a car.
For 1 Day(s)
| AED 532 Weekly |
AED 1,980 Monthly |
For 1 Day(s)
| AED 553 Weekly |
AED 2,310 Monthly |
For 1 Day(s)
| AED 658 Weekly |
AED 2,490 Monthly |
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
| Seats 5 seater |
4 Doors |
Auto Transmission |
2 Bags |
Petrol |
For 1 Day(s)
| AED 658 Weekly |
AED 2,430 Monthly |
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For 1 Day(s)
| AED 539 Weekly |
AED 1,800 Monthly |
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Mitsubishi Attrage Prime Edition
| Seats 5 seater |
4 Doors |
Auto Transmission |
2 Bags |
Petrol |
For 1 Day(s)
| AED 434 Weekly |
AED 1,410 Monthly |
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Bur Dubai sub-areas we deliver to
- Al Karama — busy Indian and Pakistani-majority residential and retail district
- Al Mankhool — central residential, near BurJuman and the Indian Consulate
- Oud Metha — apartment district near Lamcy Plaza and American University
- Al Hamriya — central residential community
- Al Fahidi — heritage district near the Creek and the Dubai Museum
- BurJuman and Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road — central business and commercial
- Al Raffa, Bur Dubai souk, and Al Souk Al Kabeer — traditional commercial areas
- Al Jaddaf and Al Jadaf Marine area — adjacent to our Dubai depot
Free delivery covers all of Bur Dubai. Most areas are within 5–15 minutes of our Al Jaddaf depot, so deliveries typically complete within an hour.
Driving and parking in Bur Dubai
RTA paid parking zones
Most of central Bur Dubai falls in RTA paid parking zones, charged at AED 2 per hour for standard zones (Al Karama, Mankhool) and AED 4 per hour for premium zones around BurJuman, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road and the souk areas. Paid hours are 08:00 to 22:00 on weekdays, with Saturdays free. Pay via the RTA Dubai app, M-Parking SMS to 7275, or at meter machines.
Salik gates from Bur Dubai
Two Salik gates affect typical Bur Dubai routes: Al Maktoum Bridge (heading to Deira) and Al Garhoud Bridge (heading north-east toward DXB and Festival City). Each charges AED 5 per crossing, or AED 6 during peak hours. Routes via Al Mankhool and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road avoid Salik.
Routes to key Dubai destinations
From central Bur Dubai (Mankhool/Karama), Downtown Dubai is 12 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road, the airport is 15–20 minutes via Al Garhoud Bridge, and Sharjah is 25–35 minutes via Al Ittihad Road. Mall of the Emirates is 25 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road.
Top cars rented in Bur Dubai
| Car | Category | Daily (AED) | Weekly (AED) | Monthly (AED) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Attrage Edition | Compact sedan | 64 | 385 | 1,170 | 5 |
| MG3 | Hatchback | 66 | 392 | 1,170 | 5 |
| MG5 Plus | Compact sedan | 76 | 455 | 1,590 | 5 |
| Mitsubishi ASX | Compact SUV | 77 | 462 | 1,740 | 5 |
| MG ZS | Compact SUV | 80 | 483 | 1,860 | 5 |
| Hyundai Tucson | Mid-size SUV | 100 | 602 | 2,160 | 5 |
| Mitsubishi Xpander | 7-seater MPV | 144 | 861 | 2,160 | 7 |
Compact sedans dominate rentals in Bur Dubai because of the area's narrow streets in Karama, Al Fahidi and Al Mankhool. Mitsubishi Attrage and MG3 are easiest to manoeuvre into tight street parking. SUVs are popular among families in Oud Metha and Al Jaddaf where parking is more generous.
Things to do in Bur Dubai with a rental car
- Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood — heritage walking tour and the Dubai Museum
- Bur Dubai Souk and Textile Souk — traditional shopping along the Creek
- Abra crossing of Dubai Creek to Deira's Gold and Spice Souks
- Karama Shopping Complex — known for textiles, accessories and souvenirs
- BurJuman Mall — central shopping with covered free parking
- Lamcy Plaza and Wafi Mall — Oud Metha shopping
- Day trip to Hatta — 90 minutes via Dubai Al Ain Road
- Beach day at La Mer or Sunset Beach — 15 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road
Why Rent With Quick Drive?
Highly Rated
4.6ā rating from 1,431 verified Google reviews.
Massive Fleet
More than 350 well-maintained cars across 5 emirates.
Ultimate Convenience
Free doorstep delivery and end-of-rental collection.
Always There
24/7 roadside assistance and dedicated customer service.
Low Deposits
Lowest deposits in the industry, ranging from AED 1,500ā5,000.
Peace of Mind
Fully insured fleet (PAI, CDW, TPL, TP) with optional Super CDW.
FAQs About Car Rental Bur Dubai
Q1. How much does it cost to rent a car in Bur Dubai?
Daily rentals at Quick Drive Bur Dubai start at AED 60 for a Mitsubishi Attrage. Weekly rates begin at AED 357 and monthly plans at AED 1,170. SUVs are priced from AED 77 per day.
Q2. Is parking expensive in Bur Dubai?
Central Bur Dubai (Karama, Mankhool, BurJuman) is in RTA paid parking zones at AED 2–4 per hour from 08:00 to 22:00 on weekdays. Saturdays are free. Most apartment buildings provide allocated parking for residents, and BurJuman, Lamcy Plaza and other malls offer free shopper parking.
Q3. Can a Quick Drive car be delivered to my Karama building?
Yes. We deliver to all Bur Dubai sub-areas including Karama, Al Mankhool, Oud Metha, Al Hamriya and Al Fahidi. Tower or building-side handover takes typically 5–10 minutes. The Al Jaddaf depot is approximately 10 minutes from most Bur Dubai addresses.
Q4. How far is Bur Dubai from Dubai International Airport?
Central Bur Dubai (Mankhool/Karama) is approximately 8–10 km from Dubai International Airport (DXB), taking 15–20 minutes via Al Garhoud Bridge. The route crosses one Salik gate (AED 5 per crossing, AED 6 during peak hours).
Q5. Are there metro stations in Bur Dubai?
Yes. The Red Line serves Al Fahidi, BurJuman and Khalid Bin Al Waleed stations. The Green Line serves Al Karama, ADCB and Oud Metha stations. Metro is convenient for travel within Bur Dubai but limited for cross-Dubai journeys, which is why a rental car remains useful.
Q6. What is the cheapest monthly car rental in Bur Dubai?
Our cheapest monthly rental is the Mitsubishi Attrage Edition at AED 1,170 per month. The MG3 hatchback at AED 1,200 per month is also popular. Both include comprehensive insurance, a Salik tag, scheduled maintenance and 24/7 roadside assistance.
Q7. Where is the Quick Drive office near Bur Dubai?
Our Dubai depot is at Al Jaddaf, approximately 10 minutes from most Bur Dubai addresses via Al Garhoud Bridge or Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road. You don't need to visit — free doorstep delivery covers all of Bur Dubai.
Q8. Can I rent a 7-seater car in Bur Dubai?
Yes. The Mitsubishi Xpander 7-seater is available from AED 144 per day or AED 2,160 per month. Popular among Bur Dubai families and groups visiting from elsewhere in the UAE. The Nissan Patrol (also seven seats) is available from AED 600 per day.
Q9. Is monthly rental cheaper than buying a car for a Bur Dubai resident?
For stays under 12–18 months, monthly rental is usually cheaper because you avoid registration fees, comprehensive insurance, scheduled maintenance and depreciation. A monthly rental at AED 1,170 includes all of these. For longer stays, ownership is generally more economical, particularly for residents with stable employment.
