Fuel costs less in the UAE from Sunday 1 November 2026. The UAE Fuel Price Committee announced lower petrol and diesel prices on Saturday 31 October, and the new rates apply at filling stations across all seven emirates from today. Every petrol grade falls by 24 fils per litre, while diesel falls by 5 fils per litre. The cut ends three months of consecutive price rises, and it gives drivers some relief as November begins.
Super 98 petrol now costs Dh4.16 per litre, down from Dh4.40 in October. Special 95 falls to Dh4.04 from Dh4.28. E-Plus 91 drops to Dh3.97 from Dh4.21, below the four dirham mark for the first time in months. Diesel now costs Dh4.75 per litre, down from Dh4.80. The new prices stay in place through November, with the next monthly review due at the end of the month.
This guide lists the full November rates, works out what you save on a full tank, and explains how the UAE sets fuel prices each month. Every price here comes from the Fuel Price Committee announcement, as reported by Khaleej Times, Emirates 24/7 and Al Etihad on 31 October 2026. No figure has been guessed, and no price has been rounded up or down.
What Are the New UAE Fuel Prices for November 2026?
The Gasoline and Diesel Prices Follow-up Committee approved the November rates on Saturday 31 October 2026. The new prices took effect on Sunday 1 November at filling stations across the UAE, from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. The table below lists each grade with its November price, its October price and the change.
| Fuel Grade | November 2026 | October 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super 98 petrol | Dh4.16 per litre | Dh4.40 per litre | Down 24 fils |
| Special 95 petrol | Dh4.04 per litre | Dh4.28 per litre | Down 24 fils |
| E-Plus 91 petrol | Dh3.97 per litre | Dh4.21 per litre | Down 24 fils |
| Diesel | Dh4.75 per litre | Dh4.80 per litre | Down 5 fils |
Petrol prices fell by 5.6 per cent in November, while diesel fell by 1.04 per cent, based on the committee figures. The cut applies to all three petrol grades by the same amount, so the gap between grades stays the same as October. Super 98 still costs 12 fils more than Special 95, and Special 95 still costs 7 fils more than E-Plus 91. Diesel stays dearer than petrol, as it has done for some time, yet the gap has narrowed a little.
In United States dollars, Super 98 costs about $1.13 per litre in November, down from $1.20 in October. Special 95 costs about $1.10, down from $1.17. E-Plus 91 costs about $1.08, down from $1.15. Diesel costs about $1.29, down from $1.31. These dollar figures come from Arabian Business, and they move with the exchange rate as well as the dirham price.
How Much Will You Save on a Full Tank?
A cut of 24 fils per litre sounds small on its own, yet it adds up across a full tank and across a month of driving. A 50 litre fill of Special 95 cost Dh214.00 in October, and it costs Dh202.00 in November. The saving is Dh12.00 on one fill. With Super 98, a 50 litre fill cost Dh220.00 in October and costs Dh208.00 in November, so the saving is Dh12.00 as well. E-Plus 91 matches the pattern: a 50 litre fill cost Dh210.50 in October and costs Dh198.50 in November, so the saving is Dh12.00 too.
Diesel drivers save less on each fill because the diesel cut is only 5 fils per litre. A 50 litre fill of diesel cost Dh240.00 in October, and it costs Dh237.50 in November. The saving is Dh2.50. Larger tanks save more, so a 70 litre diesel fill saves Dh3.50. The table below works out the saving for common tank sizes, so you can find the figure that matches your car.
| Tank Size | Special 95 Saving | Super 98 Saving | Diesel Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 litres | Dh9.60 | Dh9.60 | Dh2.00 |
| 50 litres | Dh12.00 | Dh12.00 | Dh2.50 |
| 60 litres | Dh14.40 | Dh14.40 | Dh3.00 |
| 70 litres | Dh16.80 | Dh16.80 | Dh3.50 |
What Does the Fuel Cut Mean Across a Whole Month?
Monthly savings depend on how often you fill up. A driver who fills a 50 litre tank of Special 95 once a week saves about Dh48 over November. Fill twice a week, and the saving rises to about Dh96. These figures are simple arithmetic from the published prices, and your own saving depends on your tank size and your driving pattern. The saving is real money, yet it will not transform a household budget on its own.
Businesses that run fleets feel the cut more. A delivery firm with ten vans, each taking 60 litres of diesel twice a week, saves about Dh240 over November from the diesel cut alone. A taxi fleet on petrol saves far more per car. Small savings per litre turn into large sums across many vehicles and many fills, so fleet managers watch each monthly announcement closely.
Why Did UAE Fuel Prices Fall in November?
Fuel prices rose for three months in a row before November, so the cut breaks a clear upward trend. October saw the sharpest rise of the three months, with Super 98 reaching Dh4.40 per litre. The November cut is the first fall since July, based on the monthly price record. Drivers who felt the rises through August, September and October will notice the difference at the pump this month, even though prices stay high by the standards of a few years ago.
The committee links domestic prices to movements in global fuel prices. When global oil and refined fuel prices fall, UAE pump prices follow at the next monthly review. The reverse also holds: when global prices rise, pump prices rise as well. The November cut reflects softer global fuel markets during the review period, even though crude prices stayed volatile through the year. The exact global figures sit behind the committee decision, and the committee does not publish a full breakdown of its calculation.
Petrol fell further than diesel in November. The petrol cut reached 5.6 per cent, while diesel dropped only 1.04 per cent. The two fuels follow different global markets, so their prices can move apart in any month. Diesel demand stays strong from transport, shipping and industry, and that demand supports the diesel price even when petrol softens. Drivers of diesel cars and owners of diesel fleets will see a smaller benefit this month than petrol drivers.
How Does the UAE Set Fuel Prices Each Month?
The UAE sets retail fuel prices once a month. The Gasoline and Diesel Prices Follow-up Committee reviews global oil prices and distribution costs at the end of each month, then approves new rates for the month ahead. The new rates take effect on the first day of the month, and they stay fixed until the next review. The system has run this way since August 2015, when the government deregulated petrol and diesel prices and linked them to international markets.
Before deregulation, the government set fuel prices and subsidised them. The 2015 change moved the UAE to a market linked system, so pump prices now track global prices with a monthly lag. The committee announces the new prices a day or two before they take effect, which gives drivers and businesses time to plan. The announcement usually comes on the last day of the month, as it did on 31 October for November.
The next announcement will come at the end of November, with December prices taking effect on 1 December. No one can predict the December rates today, because they depend on global prices through November. Watch for the announcement on 30 November, and check the new rates before you fill up on 1 December. A price rise at the end of a month often leads to queues at filling stations on the last evening, as drivers top up before the new rates begin.
Which Petrol Grade Should You Use?
The UAE sells three petrol grades: Super 98, Special 95 and E-Plus 91. The number in each name is the octane rating, and a higher number means the fuel resists knocking in high compression engines. Most private cars in the UAE run on Special 95, which is the most widely used grade among private motorists. Some high performance cars need Super 98, and the maker states the grade in the handbook and on the fuel cap.
Check your car handbook before you choose a grade. The maker knows which fuel your engine needs, and the handbook gives the answer in plain terms. A car built for Special 95 gains nothing from Super 98, so the extra 12 fils per litre buys no benefit. Cars built for Super 98 should not run on a lower grade for long, because the engine may knock and lose power. When in doubt, ask your dealer or check the label inside the fuel flap.
E-Plus 91 suits older cars and some smaller engines that were built for lower octane fuel. It costs 7 fils less than Special 95 per litre, so a 50 litre fill saves Dh3.50 against Special 95. The saving looks small, yet it adds up over a year of driving. Never switch to a lower grade to save money unless your handbook allows it, because engine damage costs far more than the fuel saving.
What Happens If You Use the Wrong Fuel?
Diesel is a separate fuel for diesel engines only. Never put diesel in a petrol car, and never put petrol in a diesel car, because the wrong fuel can cause serious damage. Filling stations in the UAE mark diesel pumps clearly, and the nozzle size differs from petrol nozzles. If you fill with the wrong fuel by mistake, do not start the engine, and call your dealer or a recovery service at once.
What Else Changes for UAE Drivers in November 2026?
November brings more than cheaper fuel for UAE drivers. Speed limits change on five Dubai roads from Sunday 1 November, with limits rising on three roads and falling on two. Al Asayel Street rises from 60 to 80 km/h between Oud Maitha Street and Al Meydan Street. Two more streets also rise from 60 to 70 km/h: Al Mustaqbal Street and Latifa bint Hamdan Street. Limits fall on two other roads: Al Rebat Street drops from 100 to 90 km/h, and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street falls from 80 to 70 km/h. The RTA has replaced signs and reprogrammed speed cameras to match the new limits, so check your route before you drive.
Salik toll rates also change for one day. On Sunday 1 November, the Dh6 peak rate applies only from 6am to 10am because of Dubai Ride, when thousands of cyclists take over Sheikh Zayed Road. The rate stays at Dh4 for the rest of the day, and travel between 1am and 6am is free. The new speed limits on five Dubai roads from 1 November guide lists each road and its new limit in full, so read it before your first drive of the month.
Which Roads Close for Dubai Ride on 1 November?
Roads in central Dubai close on Sunday morning for Dubai Ride, from 3am to 9.30am. Sheikh Zayed Road closes between Trade Centre Junction and Al Safa Bridge, Lower Financial Centre Street closes between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, and one direction of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard closes as well. Drivers can use Upper Financial Centre Street, Zabeel Palace Road, Al Wasl Road and Al Khail Road instead. Dubai Metro starts at 3am on Sunday and runs until midnight to help riders and spectators reach the event.
The Dubai World Trade Centre bridge opened on 30 October and gives drivers a faster way across the Trade Centre area, with a six minute journey cut to one minute. The E611 closures and autonomous taxi tests near Al Maktoum International Airport ended on 31 October, so the southern airport route is clear again. Together with cheaper fuel, November starts with several changes that make driving in Dubai a little easier.
How Can You Spend Less on Fuel in November?
Cheaper fuel helps, yet how you drive matters just as much as the price at the pump. Smooth driving saves fuel in any car. Accelerate gently, keep a steady speed, and brake early instead of at the last moment. Short bursts of hard acceleration burn extra fuel for little gain, above all in city traffic. A calm driver who plans ahead uses less fuel than a hurried driver on the same road.
Check your tyre pressures each month. Soft tyres raise rolling resistance, so the engine works harder and burns more fuel. The correct pressure sits on a label inside the driver door or in the handbook. A quick check at a filling station takes two minutes and costs nothing. While you check the tyres, look at the air filter too, because a clogged filter can hurt fuel use over time.
Take extra weight out of the car. Roof boxes, roof racks and heavy items in the boot all raise fuel use, above all at highway speeds. Remove a roof rack when you do not need it, and clear the boot of items you carry out of habit. Plan your trips so one journey covers several errands, instead of making three separate trips across the day. Fewer cold starts mean less fuel burned.
Can Public Transport Cut Your Fuel Bill?
Public transport offers a real saving on some journeys. Dubai Metro starts early and runs late, and a Nol card balance check online takes a minute before you travel. The Etihad Rail passenger trains between Abu Dhabi and Dubai give visitors from the capital another way to reach the city without a car. For a trip into central Dubai on a busy day, the Metro often beats driving on time as well as cost.
Should You Service Your Car to Save Fuel?
Keep your car serviced on schedule. Fresh oil, clean filters and a healthy engine all help fuel use. A car that misses services slowly burns more fuel, and the extra cost creeps up without a clear warning. Book the service when the maker says, not when a fault appears. If a warning light comes on, do not ignore it. A quick check with your dealer can stop a small fault from turning into a large fuel bill, and the RTA fine check by plate number guide helps you stay on top of fines and discount rules while you keep the car in order.
Frequently Asked Questions About UAE Fuel Prices in November 2026?
What Are the UAE Petrol Prices for November 2026?
Super 98 costs Dh4.16 per litre, Special 95 costs Dh4.04 per litre, and E-Plus 91 costs Dh3.97 per litre. Diesel costs Dh4.75 per litre. The prices took effect on Sunday 1 November 2026.
How Much Did UAE Petrol Prices Fall in November?
All three petrol grades fell by 24 fils per litre against October. Super 98 fell from Dh4.40 to Dh4.16, Special 95 fell from Dh4.28 to Dh4.04, and E-Plus 91 fell from Dh4.21 to Dh3.97. Diesel fell by 5 fils, from Dh4.80 to Dh4.75.
When Were the November Fuel Prices Announced?
The UAE Fuel Price Committee announced the November prices on Saturday 31 October 2026. The new rates took effect the next day, on Sunday 1 November, at filling stations across all seven emirates.
How Much Will I Save on a Full Tank in November?
A 50 litre fill of any petrol grade saves Dh12.00 against October. A 40 litre fill saves Dh9.60, and a 60 litre fill saves Dh14.40. A 50 litre fill of diesel saves Dh2.50, and a 60 litre fill saves Dh3.00.
Why Did Fuel Prices Fall in November 2026?
The committee links UAE pump prices to global fuel price movements. Global fuel markets softened during the review period, so the committee cut November prices. The cut is the first since July, and it follows three consecutive monthly increases.
When Will December Fuel Prices Be Announced?
The committee reviews prices at the end of each month. December prices should be announced on 30 November 2026, and they will take effect on 1 December. The December rates depend on global prices through November.
Which Petrol Grade Is Best for My Car?
Follow your car handbook. Most private cars in the UAE run on Special 95. Some high performance cars need Super 98, and some older cars run on E-Plus 91. Never use a lower grade than your maker allows, and never put diesel in a petrol car.
Do the New Fuel Prices Apply Across the Whole UAE?
Yes, the new prices apply at filling stations in all seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. The rates stay in place through November 2026.
