The UAE fuel price committee has released the petrol and diesel prices for December 2024, effective December 1. This month’s rates mark the lowest petrol prices of the year, providing significant savings for drivers.
December 2024 Fuel Prices
The new fuel prices, compared to November’s rates, are as follows:
- Super 98 Petrol: Dh2.61 per litre (down from Dh2.74)
- Special 95 Petrol: Dh2.50 per litre (down from Dh2.63)
- E-Plus 91 Petrol: Dh2.43 per litre (down from Dh2.55)
- Diesel: Dh2.68 per litre (up slightly from Dh2.67)
Depending on your vehicle type, a full tank of petrol in December will cost between Dh6.12 and Dh9.62 less than in November.
Petrol Price Trends in 2024
Here’s a look at the monthly petrol prices for the year:
Month | Super 98 | Special 95 | E-Plus 91 |
---|---|---|---|
January | Dh2.82 | Dh2.71 | Dh2.64 |
February | Dh2.88 | Dh2.76 | Dh2.69 |
March | Dh3.03 | Dh2.92 | Dh2.85 |
April | Dh3.15 | Dh3.03 | Dh2.96 |
May | Dh3.34 | Dh3.22 | Dh3.15 |
June | Dh3.14 | Dh3.02 | Dh2.95 |
July | Dh2.99 | Dh2.88 | Dh2.80 |
August | Dh3.05 | Dh2.93 | Dh2.86 |
September | Dh2.90 | Dh2.78 | Dh2.71 |
October | Dh2.66 | Dh2.54 | Dh2.47 |
November | Dh2.74 | Dh2.63 | Dh2.55 |
December | Dh2.61 | Dh2.50 | Dh2.43 |
Impact of Deregulation
Since the UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, rates have been aligned with global oil markets, and monthly adjustments are made accordingly. December’s drop reflects the global trends in crude oil prices, offering UAE residents significant relief at the pumps.