This just makes driving through the Emirates a little more expensive. The UAE Fuel Price Committee has officially announced the retail prices for the month, with all categories seeing an increase. Whether you need to get ready for these changes or are creating a road trip itinerary from Dubai to Abu Dhabi, it is essential to plan ahead of the changes so that you are in control of your monthly travel budget.
Read up on everything you need to know about the UAE petrol prices announcement for September 2026, how it will affect your daily journey and what is driving the oil market at the moment.
Official UAE Fuel Rates for September 2026
The price schedule has been updated and is effective from September 1, 2026. When drivers approach ENOC, ADNOC or Emarat service stations, they will see the following changes per litre, compared to last month:
- Super 98: AED 3.80 per litre (up from AED 3.60 in August)
- Special 95: AED 3.69 per litre (up from AED 3.49 in August)
- E-Plus 91: AED 3.61 per litre (up from AED 3.41 in August)
- Diesel: AED 4.30 per litre (up from AED 3.80 in August)
All tiers saw a consistent rise of 20 fils per litre in petrol prices, while the price of diesel rose by 50 fils per litre, a rise higher than in August.
Why Did UAE Petrol Prices Change This Month?
Monthly revisions are never done in isolation for UAE oil price tariff fuel system users. In 2015, UAE changed its local fuel prices regime to bring them into a clear and direct alignment with the international crude oil benchmarks.
As the international energy markets go up, so do the domestic retail prices, and vice versa.If the global energy market goes up, then the domestic energy market goes up and vice versa, because of changes in global demand, supply tightness and/or OPEC+ balancing of production. After a summer of dips, crude prices strengthened at the start of the year as positions were filled up, leading to the increase in prices this month in the GCC region.
How This Affects Your Monthly Driving Budget
UAE petrol prices 2026 continue to be comparatively high, so it’s necessary to plan a little more when filling up a standard compact sedan or a large SUV.
To give you a comparison, the price of filling a standard 50 litre tank with Special 95 is now about AED 184.50 compared to AED 174.50 last month. Commercial operators and logistics businesses that are currently very dependent on diesel vehicles will need to keep a closer eye on operational costs in the coming months as they increase to AED 4.30 per litre.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When are UAE fuel prices updated each month?
A1. The UAE Fuel Price Committee (FPC) holds its monthly meeting on the last day of the month to consider international oil prices, and gives advance notification of the new prices before they come into effect on the first day of the new month.
Q2. Are petrol prices the same across all Emirates?
A2. Yes. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure regulates fuel prices and they are the same at all petrol stations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.
Q3. Which petrol grade should I use for my car?
A3. Always consult your vehicle’s manufacturer’s recommendation in the fuel cap. Special 95 is used by most standard modern cars and Super 98 is used by high-performance luxury sports cars.
Drive Smarter and Save on Fuel Today
Be prepared for increases in pump costs. Make sure your engine is properly maintained, maintain correct tyres to make sure your car gets the best fuel mileage, and plan out your daily commute in Dubai to avoid peak traffic idling. Feel free to leave a comment below sharing your thoughts about this month’s fuel price increase, and share this guide with other motorists in the UAE!
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