Parking Cost Calculator UAE – Dubai Parkin & Abu Dhabi Mawaqif

Paid parking adds up faster than most people budget for. Pick your zone in Dubai (Parkin) or Abu Dhabi (Mawaqif), set your daily hours and see the real monthly figure.

UAE Parking Cost Calculator Last verified: 6 Jul 2026
Sources: Parkin Dubai tariffs ยท Mawaqif Abu Dhabi
Frequently asked questions
What are Dubai's parking rates in 2026?
Parkin replaced the old A/B/C/D zones with premium and standard areas. Premium zones charge AED 6 per hour during weekday peaks (8-10am and 4-8pm) and AED 4 off-peak; standard zones hold lower flat rates. Sundays and public holidays are free.
What does Mawaqif charge in Abu Dhabi?
AED 3 per hour in premium bays and AED 2 in standard, enforced 8am to midnight Monday-Saturday. Sundays are free, and residents can buy annual resident permits for their sector.
Are seasonal parking cards worth it?
If you pay for 6+ hours daily, almost always. Parkin sells quarterly and annual season cards for specific zone types, and Mawaqif offers resident and commercial permits - both beat hourly payment for daily parkers.

Dubai’s premium vs standard zones

Parkin’s premium zones charge AED 6 per hour during weekday peaks (8-10am and 4-8pm) and AED 4 off-peak; standard zones stay at AED 4. Sundays and public holidays are free. If you park a full workday in a premium zone, the peak windows alone push your effective rate well above the old flat tariffs – which is exactly why season cards exist.

Abu Dhabi Mawaqif and when permits win

Mawaqif is simpler: AED 3 premium, AED 2 standard, enforced 8am to midnight Monday-Saturday with Sundays free, and residents can buy annual sector permits. In both cities the break-even is quick – anyone paying 6+ hours daily should price a season card or permit. Add Salik and fuel to see your full driving commute cost, or compare against the Metro.

Tariffs verified July 2026 from Parkin and Mawaqif published rates.