Arrival by planeThe UAE has two main international airports: Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Both are large and modern, although we find arrivals and immigration at Abu Dhabi tend to be quicker. If looking for the best premium class experience at the airport, we would currently recommend Dubai if flying the flag-carrier Emirates, although there are new facilities due to open at Abu Dhabi for those flying Etihad. Be aware that luggage will be scanned on arrival, so don't try to travel with more than your allowance of alcohol.
Neither airport is on a metro or train link, so unless your hotel offers a transfer service, we would recommend booking a limousine or using a taxi. Note that Emirates, Etihad and Air Berlin offer a complimentary chauffeur within the UAE for business and first class passengers and buses are available for economy class passengers. |
Travel by carWe would not recommend hiring a car in the UAE, partly because if you are involved in an accident as a tourist, you are likely to be considered at fault. and partly because the driving is very aggressive. There is zero tolerance for drink-driving - alcohol is obviously easy to avoid but be aware that many medications can push your blood-alcohol concentration above 0.
Luckily, taxis are cheap and plentiful. The speed limit may be ignored and there may be some problems finding the correct address, so if you're not going to a major attraction or hotel, perhaps consider carrying a Google Maps printout with you. In general, we recommend using Prime Limousines, who offer a great service throughout the UAE. As booking is not available direct, below you will find a price list if you wish to book through us. |
All prices quoted for Audi A6 or similar - other vehicles available on request
Chauffeur service by time
3 hours - AED 450
8 hours Audi A6 - AED 900
12 hours Audi A6 - AED 1200
Additional hour - AED 80
Point to point from Abu Dhabi Airport
to Abu Dhabi City - AED 120
to Yas Island - AED 120
to Jebel Ali - AED 275
to Dubai City or Al Ain - AED 330
to Ajman or Sharjah - AED 400
Point to point from Dubai Airport
to Dubai City - AED 140
to Jebel Ali - AED 225
to Abu Dhabi City or Al Ain - AED 380
Chauffeur service by time
3 hours - AED 450
8 hours Audi A6 - AED 900
12 hours Audi A6 - AED 1200
Additional hour - AED 80
Point to point from Abu Dhabi Airport
to Abu Dhabi City - AED 120
to Yas Island - AED 120
to Jebel Ali - AED 275
to Dubai City or Al Ain - AED 330
to Ajman or Sharjah - AED 400
Point to point from Dubai Airport
to Dubai City - AED 140
to Jebel Ali - AED 225
to Abu Dhabi City or Al Ain - AED 380