UAE petrol prices rise 8% for June, hit nearly four-year high

Motorists across the UAE will pay significantly more for fuel in June 2026 as petrol prices have increased by around 8%, reaching their highest levels since August 2022.

The rise comes amid higher global oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to crude oil supplies following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

New UAE Fuel Prices for June 2026

Petrol Prices

Super 98: Dh3.95 per litre (up from Dh3.66 in May)
Special 95: Dh3.83 per litre (up from Dh3.55 in May)
E-Plus 91: Dh3.76 per litre (up from Dh3.48 in May)

Month-on-Month Increase

Super 98: +7.92%
Special 95: +7.88%
E-Plus: +8.04%

Highest Prices Since 2022

The latest fuel rates are the highest recorded since August 2022, when petrol prices crossed the Dh4-per-litre mark during the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

August 2022 Prices

Super 98: Dh4.03 per litre
Special 95: Dh3.92 per litre
E-Plus 92: Dh3.84 per litre

Why Are Fuel Prices Rising?

Several global factors have pushed oil prices higher:

Middle East conflict impacting energy markets
Closure and disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
Tight global crude oil supply
Rising transportation and shipping costs
Reduced US crude oil inventories

Impact of Global Oil Markets

Oil benchmark Brent crude climbed as high as $114.44 per barrel in early May 2026 due to regional tensions. Although prices eased after a ceasefire announcement, they remain elevated.

Expert Insight

According to Vijay Valecha, Chief Investment Officer at Century Financial, renewed geopolitical tensions and attacks involving Iran have increased risk premiums in oil markets.

He noted that:

Shipping activity through Hormuz remains constrained
Global oil supply conditions remain tight
US crude inventories have continued to decline
Energy cargo disruptions are increasing costs worldwide

UAE Fuel Pricing System

The UAE deregulated petrol and diesel prices in 2015, allowing local fuel rates to reflect global oil market trends.

Key Facts

Fuel prices are reviewed monthly
New rates are announced at the end of each month
Prices are aligned with international oil markets

With oil markets continuing to react to geopolitical developments, motorists may continue to face higher fuel costs in the coming months.