If you think that renting a sports car is exclusively about evening cruises along the Marina or weekend trips to the desert, then you have never been to Dubai at five in the morning. The city is still sleeping, the streets are quiet, and the first cars for rent are already appearing on the roads, speeding along empty highways with views of skyscrapers.
Why is it so Early?
Mornings in Dubai are quiet and calm. The roads are empty, the air is cool, and there are no cars or noise. It’s a nice time to drive fast cars and feel free. The city feels like it’s all yours.
How does Car Rental Work at this Hour?
Despite the early hours, car rental in Dubai is available around the clock. Most companies accept orders in advance via their website or WhatsApp. Someone takes a car for a couple of hours just for the sake of beautiful photos against the background of dawn. Morning is generally a golden time for filming: there are no people, perfect light and empty streets.
Sometimes companies offer discounts on early bookings, as demand is slightly lower at this time, especially on weekdays.
What are the Prices?
It all depends on the model. The average sports car rental starts at about 900 dirhams (about $245). There are also more expensive options — up to 5,000 dirhams per day. Too expensive? Yes. But demand is consistently high. Especially for those who want to get maximum emotions in a short time.
By the way, according to the transport department, more than 11,000 licensed car rental companies are currently operating in Dubai. Almost a fifth of them are in the luxury and sports car segment.
What is important to know before renting
You can’t just take a car. We need international rights, age — from 21 years (and sometimes from 25), deposit, contract. Tenants will find out some nuances later: fines, mileage, fuel are often not included in the price. There may be hidden fees, especially for scratches that the driver himself does not notice.
And yes, there are cameras everywhere. Exceeded is a fine. Serious violation — the car may be seized. There have already been cases when tourists received “surprises” in the mail weeks later — card charges for fines or damages.
Morning on Wheels is More than Just a Ride
An early morning walk quickly takes a rhythm for some. Somebody goes to the mosque for Fajr; another just drives around the city enjoying the moment. It is that time when it is just you with the car and road. No sound, no pressure, just you, the engine, and the skies gradually lighting up across the city.
Conclusion
Nothing is common in Dubai, even in the morning. Here, you won’t surprise anyone by parking at the traffic lights at 5:15 beside a Lamborghini or a Rolls-Royce. This is exactly how the local culture views the brand statement: that luxury should never be tied down to any time of the day. But at the same time, remember that rental car experiences are thrilling but come with responsibilities. For the trip to really turn into a pleasant memory, everything should be planned.
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