It is also possible to hire a taxi for a 12-hour period for a fixed fee of Dh500. Alternatively, Dubai Transport Corporation operates a fixed-fare minibus service to and from the other emirates. The fares of non-metered taxis are negotiated between driver and passenger, starting at a minimum of around Dh5 for short local journeys, while Dh10 to Dh15 is the rule of thumb if you cross the Creek from one side of the city to the other. Dubai Transport taxis also operate a service from the airport. The pick-up fee is Dh16 and the fare then accrues at Dh1.17 per kilometre.
Most hotels operate transport for their guests.
There are also several radio taxi companies which have cars on call and whose numbers are available at all hotels. Renters must produce their passport along with the valid licence. The passport, valid national licence and two photographs are also required. Driving in the UAE is on the right-hand side. There are two bridges and a tunnel linking the two main districts of Dubai and Deira on either side of the Creek.