RTA announces updated Dubai taxi fares — changes apply only to app bookings, not street-flagged rides. Here’s your quick guide.
DUBAI: The next time you tap your phone to book a cab in Dubai, don’t be surprised if the fare looks a little different.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has just rolled out a new taxi fare structure, but before you panic, here’s the key detail: these changes only apply to ride-hailing app bookings. So if you’re still the type to wave down a cab on the street, nothing changes for you.
But if you’re a smart app regular, here’s what you need to know:
Monday to Thursday
Peak hours:
8am – 9.59am
4pm – 7.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 7.5
Flagfall: AED 5
Off-peak hours:
6am – 7.59am
10am – 3.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 4
Flagfall: AED 5
Night hours:
10pm – 7.59am
Booking Fee: AED 4.5
Flagfall: AED 5.5
Friday
Peak hours:
8am – 9.59am
4pm – 9.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 7.5
Flagfall: AED 5
Off-peak hours:
6am – 7.59am
10am – 3.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 4
Flagfall: AED 5
Night hours:
12am – 5.59am
Booking Fee: AED 4.5
Flagfall: AED 5.5
Saturday & Sunday
Peak hours:
4pm – 9.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 7.5
Flagfall: AED 5
10pm – 11.59pm
Flagfall bumps up to AED 5.5
Off-peak hours:
6am – 3.59pm
Booking Fee: AED 4
Flagfall: AED 5
Night hours:
12am – 5.59am
Booking Fee: AED 4.5
Flagfall: AED 5.5
So if you’re catching a cab this weekend or during rush hour, you might see slightly higher fares when booking through an app. Consider it the price of convenience. Or hey, maybe now’s a good time to practice your street-side hailing skills again?
