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🇦🇪 Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator 2026
Official RTA metered taxi rates 2026 — DXB Airport guide & Careem vs Uber comparison
RTA Base
AED 12
Per KM
AED 1.82
Night
25%
Dubai Fare Rates (2026)
| Vehicle | Base | Per km | Night % |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTA Metered Taxi | AED 12 | AED 1.82 | 25% |
| DXB Airport pickup | AED 25 | AED 1.82 | 25% |
| Careem / Uber (approx) | AED 10 | AED 1.55 | Surge |
| Careem Flex (economy) | AED 8 | AED 1.30 | Surge |
Popular Routes
| Route | Dist | RTA Taxi | Careem |
|---|---|---|---|
| DXB Airport → Downtown Dubai | ~16 km | AED 54–67 | AED 46–58 |
| Dubai Mall → JBR (Jumeirah) | ~20 km | AED 48–62 | AED 41–53 |
| Deira → Dubai Marina | ~30 km | AED 67–85 | AED 57–73 |
| DXB Airport → Dubai Marina | ~30 km | AED 75–95 | AED 64–81 |
| Mall of Emirates → Palm Jumeirah | ~12 km | AED 34–43 | AED 29–37 |
| Bur Dubai → Abu Dhabi | ~140 km | AED 280–350 | AED 240–300 |
💡 The Dubai Metro Red Line runs from DXB Airport T1/T3 to Jebel Ali — AED 3–8.50. Avoids traffic completely and is the fastest option to Downtown, DIFC, and Marina.
Money-saving tips
- Dubai Metro is 5–8x cheaper than a taxi for airport-to-city routes. Buy a Nol Card (AED 25 deposit).
- Careem Flex is typically 15–20% cheaper than RTA metered taxis.
- Always confirm the driver starts the meter from the airport — AED 25 flag fall (not AED 12).
- Late-night RTA taxis have a 25% surcharge after midnight — Careem surge may be cheaper.
- Book Careem/Uber in advance for early morning DXB pickups to lock in a non-surge price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from DXB Airport to Downtown Dubai?
AED 54–67 by RTA metered taxi (16 km, AED 25 airport surcharge applies). Careem costs AED 46–58. Metro costs AED 5.
AED 54–67 by RTA metered taxi (16 km, AED 25 airport surcharge applies). Careem costs AED 46–58. Metro costs AED 5.
Do Dubai taxis accept credit cards?
Yes — all RTA taxis accept Visa, Mastercard and Nol card. Careem and Uber accept digital payments only.
Yes — all RTA taxis accept Visa, Mastercard and Nol card. Careem and Uber accept digital payments only.
Is Uber or Careem cheaper in Dubai?
They are typically similar. Careem Flex (economy tier) is usually 10–15% cheaper than Uber X during normal hours.
They are typically similar. Careem Flex (economy tier) is usually 10–15% cheaper than Uber X during normal hours.
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