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How to Calculate Dubai Taxi Fare (2026 RTA Updated Guide)

Thinking of traveling and having to spend on a Taxi in Dubai? The Dubai taxi fare calculator provides you with a real-time estimate of the price of your taxi anywhere in Dubai. All you need to do is to key in your pickup and drop-off addresses, and the tool displays how much you are likely to pay, the distance, and the time taken to travel according to the official RTA (Roads and Transport Authority) rates.

Coming to the Dubai Airport and going to the Downtown or coming to the Jumeirah and going to the Marina, this application will assist you in planning your trip and knowing the cost of your travel before you begin your adventure.

Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator (2026 Updated)

One of the most outstanding features of Dubai is our RTA Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator. You can also use the calculator privately.

How to Use the Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator

  1. Open Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator by UAE Calculator Hub.
  2. Choose your drop-off and pick-up locations.
  3. Select the kind of taxi (Standard, Hala, or Airport).
  4. The approximate cost, distance, and time are shown on the calculator at once.

I use it anytime I travel so that I receive the right rate. It is accurate, legitimate, and fresh (in regard to the current pricing of RTA).

RTA Dubai Taxi Fare 2026

In Dubai, all taxi fares are charged according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The charges are based on the point of pickup and time of the day, and distance.

Dubai Taxi Starting Fare

  • Daytime (6 AM – 10 PM): AED 5 – AED 12
  • Nighttime (10 PM – 6 AM): AED 6 – AED 12
  • From Dubai Airport: AED 25

Dubai Taxi Fare Per Km

  • AED 2.19 per km across Dubai
  • Waiting fee: AED 0.50 per minute.

Calculate Taxi Fare in Dubai Manually

You can figure out the fare on your own:

  1. Start with the base fare (AED 5–12)
  2. Add AED 2.19 per km
  3. Waiting fee AED 0.50/minute.

As an example, an average 10km ride will cost AED 34-36, depending on the amount of traffic.

Average Taxi Fare in Dubai

Normal routes should be expected to be the following:

  • 5 km trip: AED 22
  • 10 km trip: AED 35
  • 20 km trip: AED 65
  • 30 km trip: AED 95

Travelling within the Emirates, or to or away from an airport, will be automatically increased in price by default, as it is calculated by distance.

Informative infographic on Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator 2025 featuring updated RTA rates, sample trip costs, and easy steps to calculate your taxi fare using RTA or Careem apps.

Dubai to Abu Dhabi Taxi Fare

Dubai and Abu Dhabi can be easily traveled to using a taxi.

  • Fare: AED 300 – AED 350
  • Distance: ~140 km
  • Travel Time: 1.5 hours

Abu Dhabi to Dubai Taxi Fare

The journey on the way back, Dubai to Abu Dhabi, will cost approximately the same (AED 300-350).

You are also able to reserve your ride through the RTA or Careem application beforehand to acquire a rough estimate of the price.

Abu Dhabi to Dubai Airport Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 280 – AED 330
  • Time: 1.5 to 2 hours

Sharjah to Dubai Taxi Fare

Taxi has remained a favourite among commuters who have to travel between Sharjah and Dubai regularly.

  • Sharjah to Dubai Fare: AED 70 – AED 100
  • Dubai to Sharjah Fare: AED 70 – AED 100
  • Travel Time: 40–60 minutes

Sharjah to Dubai Airport Taxi Fare

  • To Terminal 1/2: AED 85 – AED 100
  • To Terminal 3: AED 100 – AED 120

Sharjah Airport to Dubai Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 80 – AED 110
  • Favourable due to the influx of tourists in Sharjah and central Dubai.

Dubai Airport Taxi Fare

  • The taxis that are found at Dubai Airport are reliable, and they are 24-hour taxis.
  • The starting point of the initial fare is AED 25, and it is higher due to the airport surcharge.

Common Airport Routes

  • Dubai Airport to Al Barsha: AED80- AED90.
  • Dubai Airport to Ajman: AED 130 -150.
  • Dubai Airport to Sharjah Rolla: AED 90 -AED 120.
  • Dubai Airport to Al Ain: AED 400 -AED 450.
  • Dubai Airport to Ras Al Khaimah: AED 280 – AED 330

The fares of a cab in Dubai Airport to Burj Khalifa are between 60 and 80 AED when you are traveling Downtown.

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Dubai to Ajman Taxi Fare

Ajman is only a minute drive to Dubai – ideal, especially when one is on a weekend outing or even on a business trip.

  • Fare: AED 120 – AED 150
  • Travel Time: Around 1 hour

Ajman to Dubai Airport Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 130 – AED 160

Ajman to Dubai Mall Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 130 – AED 160

Bur Dubai Taxi Fares

Note, though, that when you are in Bur Dubai, you may, as a rule, expect the following:

  • Bur Dubai to Dubai Mall: AED 25 – AED 35
  • Bur Dubai to Terminal 2: AED 30 – AED 40
  • Bur Dubai to Sharjah: AED 75 – AED 95
  • Bur Dubai to Abu Dhabi: AED 300 – AED 350

Bur Dubai to Sharjah Airport Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 85 – AED 100

Dubai Mall & Tourist Spots Taxi Fares

Dubai is a city full of attractions, and one can be easily transported by a taxi.

  • Dubai Mall to Global Village: AED 60 -AED 80.
  • Dubai Mall to Deira City Centre: AED 25 -AED 35.
  • Deira to Dubai Mall: AED 25 – AED 35
Infographic showing 2025 Dubai taxi fares to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Al Ain with travel time and distance.

Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah & Al Ain Taxi Fares

Dubai to Ras Al Khaimah Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 280 – AED 330
  • Distance: 110 km
  • Time: 1.5 hours

Dubai to Fujairah Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 350 – AED 400

Dubai to Al Ain Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 400 – AED 450
  • Time: 2 hours

Dubai to Umm Al Quwain Taxi Fare

  • Fare: AED 170 – AED 200

RTA Dubai Taxi Fare Estimate 2026

To have a summary, the following is a summary:

Type of TripApproximate Fare
Within Dubai (5–10 km)AED 20–40
Dubai Airport to DowntownAED 40–80
Dubai to SharjahAED 70–100
Dubai to Abu DhabiAED 300–350
Dubai to Al AinAED 400–450
Dubai to Ras Al KhaimahAED 280–330

FAQs

What are the lowest prices of taxis in Dubai?

RTA has fixed the lowest fare at AED 12.

What are the fares of the taxis in Dubai per kilometer?

It is AED 2.19 per km. It is functional all over the city, and it can be used in all parts of the city.

Is there a difference in Dubai taxi fare at night?

No, night fares are rather expensive, and an increased base fare (AED 6-12).

How do you compute the Dubai taxi fare?

On-site estimations can be performed on the RTA or Careem Taxi Fare Calculator.

Is a taxi safe in Dubai?

Yes. All taxis are metered and under the control of RTA, hence completely safe.

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Final Thoughts

The taxi system of Dubai is among the most sophisticated and transparent systems in the world. No matter where you are, be it Bur Dubai to Terminal number 2 or Sharjah to Dubai Airport or Dubai to Yas Island, you will always be assured of good taxis at reasonable fares, as metered.

I will always recommend that you make sure about your fare by checking it in our Dubai Taxi Fare Calculator. It is fast, reliable, as well as full of serenity.

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