Moving Cost in Dubai (2026 Price Guide)
Moving cost in Dubai: price ranges by home size, community and service, from AED 300. Starting prices; final fixed quote after a free survey. T&Cs apply.
Moving house in Dubai usually costs between AED 300 and AED 5,500, depending on the size of your home, how easy the building is to access and the date you move. Below are the price ranges we quote across Dubai, by home size, by community and by service, plus what pushes a quote up or down.
Quick answer: in 2026, a full-service move within Dubai typically costs AED 300 – 500 for a single room, AED 450 – 700 for a studio, AED 600 – 900 for a 1-bedroom, AED 900 – 1,400 for a 2-bedroom and AED 1,500 – 3,200 for a 3 – 4 bedroom villa, with packing materials included. These are starting ranges; your fixed price is confirmed after a free survey.
Please note: all prices on this page are starting prices and typical ranges in AED. Your final price is confirmed in writing after a free survey (on-site) and depends on volume, access, date and any special items. Terms and conditions apply.
Moving costs in Dubai by home size
| Property | Typical range (AED) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single room / bed space | 300 – 500 | Part-load, shared truck |
| Studio apartment | 450 – 700 | Usually a half-day job |
| 1-bedroom apartment | 600 – 900 | One truck, 3-4 crew |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 900 – 1,400 | One truck, 4-5 crew |
| 3-bedroom apartment | 1,400 – 2,200 | Often two trucks |
| 3-bedroom villa | 1,500 – 2,400 | Garden and store add volume |
| 4-bedroom villa | 2,200 – 3,200 | 6-8 crew, two trucks |
| 5-bedroom villa+ | 3,200 – 5,500 | Usually a two-day move |
| Office (up to 15 desks) | 1,200 – 2,500 | Weekend move, IT included |
These are full-service prices: packing materials, packing, dismantling, transport, reassembly and debris removal are included. Prices start from the lower figure in each range and are confirmed after your survey.
Moving costs by Dubai community
Prices vary a little by community because of building height, lift access, parking and how far the crew has to carry. These ranges come from our area pages. Open any area for local permit and access notes.
| Community | Example starting prices (AED) |
|---|---|
| Al Barsha | Studio apartment: from AED 450 2-bedroom apartment: AED 850 – 1,300 3-bedroom villa: from AED 1,500 4-bedroom villa: AED 2,200 – 3,200 |
| Arabian Ranches | 3-bedroom villa: from AED 1,500 4-bedroom villa: AED 2,200 – 3,200 5-bedroom villa: AED 3,200 – 4,500 Within-community move: from AED 1,200 |
| Bur Dubai | Single room / bed space: from AED 300 Studio apartment: from AED 400 1-bedroom apartment: AED 550 – 800 2-bedroom apartment: AED 800 – 1,200 |
| Business Bay | Studio apartment: from AED 499 1-bedroom apartment: AED 650 – 900 2-bedroom apartment: AED 900 – 1,400 Office relocation: from AED 1,200 |
| Deira | Studio apartment: from AED 400 1-bedroom apartment: AED 550 – 800 2-bedroom apartment: AED 800 – 1,200 Shop relocation: from AED 900 |
| Discovery Gardens | Single room / bed space: from AED 300 Studio apartment: from AED 400 1-bedroom apartment: AED 550 – 800 2-bedroom apartment: AED 800 – 1,200 |
| Downtown Dubai | Studio apartment: from AED 550 1-bedroom apartment: AED 700 – 1,000 2-bedroom apartment: AED 1,000 – 1,500 3-bedroom apartment: AED 1,500 – 2,400 |
| Dubai Hills | 1-bedroom apartment: AED 650 – 950 3-bedroom townhouse: AED 1,300 – 1,900 4-bedroom villa: AED 2,200 – 3,200 5-bedroom villa: from AED 3,200 |
| Dubai Marina | Studio apartment: from AED 499 1-bedroom apartment: AED 650 – 900 2-bedroom apartment: AED 900 – 1,400 3-bedroom apartment: AED 1,400 – 2,200 |
| JLT | Studio apartment: from AED 499 1-bedroom apartment: AED 650 – 900 2-bedroom apartment: AED 900 – 1,400 Small office (up to 15 desks): from AED 1,200 |
| Jumeirah | 3-bedroom villa: from AED 1,500 4-bedroom villa: AED 2,200 – 3,200 5-bedroom villa: AED 3,200 – 4,500 Artwork crating: quoted per piece |
| JVC | Studio apartment: from AED 450 1-bedroom apartment: AED 600 – 850 2-bedroom apartment: AED 850 – 1,300 3-bedroom townhouse: AED 1,300 – 1,900 |
| Mirdif | 1-bedroom apartment: from AED 550 2-bedroom apartment: AED 800 – 1,200 3-bedroom villa: from AED 1,400 4-bedroom villa: AED 2,000 – 3,000 |
| Palm Jumeirah | Shoreline 1-bedroom: AED 750 – 1,100 Shoreline 2-bedroom: AED 1,100 – 1,600 Garden Home villa (4-bed): AED 2,500 – 3,800 Signature Villa (5-bed+): from AED 3,800 |
| Silicon Oasis | Studio apartment: from AED 450 1-bedroom apartment: AED 600 – 900 3-bedroom Cedre villa: AED 1,400 – 2,000 Office relocation: from AED 1,200 |
| Springs & Meadows | 2-bedroom Springs villa: from AED 1,200 3-bedroom villa: from AED 1,500 4-bedroom Meadows villa: AED 2,200 – 3,200 Within Emirates Living: from AED 1,000 |
Service prices and extras
| Service | Starting price (AED) |
|---|---|
| Single-item move (sofa, bed, wardrobe) | from 250 |
| Studio / 1-BHK house shifting | from 499 |
| Packing crew (half day) | from 350 |
| 3-bedroom villa shifting | from 1,500 |
| Small office relocation (up to 15 desks) | from 1,200 |
| Shop relocation | from 900 |
| Storage (per unit, per month) | from 150 |
| International move (part-container) | from 2,500 |
| Artwork crating, pianos, pool tables, gym equipment | quoted per item |
What is included in our moving price
- Free survey and a fixed written quote
- Boxes, bubble wrap, stretch film and wardrobe boxes
- Packing, labelling and loading by our own crew
- Furniture dismantling and reassembly
- Transport within Dubai
- Unpacking on request and debris removal
What changes the price of a move in Dubai
1. Volume, not bedrooms
Bedrooms are only a rough guide. A furnished two-bedroom flat can have more to move than a sparsely furnished three-bedroom villa. The survey measures volume, and volume sets the crew and truck size.
2. Building access
A tower with a booked service lift is straightforward. A walk-up building with no lift, or a long carry from the loading bay, takes more crew time and can add to the price for the same volume.
3. Distance and emirate crossing
Within Dubai, distance barely changes the number. Moves to another emirate take more of a crew day in driving, so they are quoted separately.
4. Timing
The last days of the month are the busiest moving window in Dubai because that is when most tenancy contracts end. Booking mid-month gives you more choice of dates and crews.
5. Specialist items
Pianos, pool tables, large aquariums, gym equipment, chandeliers and original artwork need specialist handling or custom crating and are quoted per item on top of the base move.
6. Storage
If your lease dates do not line up, storage starts from AED 150 per unit per month. Collection and redelivery are listed as separate lines on your quote.
Comparing quotes properly. A cheap quote is usually cheap because something has been left out. Before you compare two numbers, confirm both include: packing materials, dismantling and reassembly, insurance cover, debris removal, and any building or permit fees. One quote with all five included frequently beats a “cheaper” one with three of them billed on the day.
Building permits and deposits
Most Dubai towers and gated communities ask for a move-in or move-out permit, and some take a refundable deposit or an admin fee. These are set by the building or community management, not by us, so they are not part of our price. We tell you what your building needs and help you book the service lift and loading bay. Read our guide to Dubai building move permits and NOCs.
How to get an exact price
- Send us your current and new address, home size and preferred date on WhatsApp or through our contact page.
- Book a free on-site survey.
- Receive a fixed written quote. The price we quote is the price you pay for the agreed scope.
Moving cost FAQs
How much do movers cost in Dubai for a 1-bedroom apartment?
A 1-bedroom apartment move within Dubai is typically AED 600 – 900 for a full-service move. Some communities start from AED 550. The exact price is confirmed after a free survey.
How much does it cost to move a villa in Dubai?
A 3-bedroom villa typically costs AED 1,500 – 2,400, a 4-bedroom villa AED 2,200 – 3,200 and a 5-bedroom villa or larger AED 3,200 – 5,500. These are starting ranges; terms and conditions apply.
Are packing materials included?
Yes. Our full-service prices include boxes, wrapping materials, packing, dismantling, transport and reassembly.
Is the quote fixed?
Yes. After the survey we give you a fixed written quote for the agreed scope. The price only changes if the scope changes, for example extra items or a different date.
What is the cheapest way to move in Dubai?
Move mid-month, declutter before the survey, and pack non-fragile items yourself if you want to save on packing time. For a few items, a single-item move starts from AED 250.
All prices are starting prices and typical ranges in AED, shown as a guide only. Final prices are confirmed in writing after a survey. Terms and conditions apply.