What makes a rental genuinely cheap
A low headline price is only cheap if it stays that way at the counter. The costs that usually creep in are the deposit held on your card, an excess you have to buy down, and fuel or insurance rules buried in the terms. Looking for all-inclusive pricing with the cover already in, and a no-deposit option where you can find one, is what keeps the final figure close to the price you first saw.
The good news is that driving here is cheap once you are on the road. Fuel in Oman is among the least expensive in the region, so an economy car goes a long way for very little.
What comes with the car
- No-deposit cars available
- Free cancellation on most bookings
- All-inclusive pricing, cover included
- English-speaking support
- Economy hatchbacks up to larger cars when you need them
Keep the price down
An economy automatic is almost always the cheapest way to see Oman, and it handles the cities and main roads without trouble; only save the step up to a 4x4 for the desert and the wadis, where you actually need it. Booking ahead tends to beat walking up on the day, and a slightly longer rental often brings the daily rate down. For an extended stay, a monthly rental is usually cheaper again per day.
Where to pick up
The most convenient collection is on arrival at Muscat Airport, though a city pick-up in Muscat can work out cheaper if it suits your plans.
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