1 AED to SAR - Convert UAE Dirham to Saudi Riyal

Looking at the 30-day window, the AED/SAR pair traded in a range of 0.9857 to 1.0535. The monthly average was 1.0186 with 1.98% volatility. This downward movement of 2.9% suggests significant momentum in the AED/SAR exchange rate.

The current mid-market exchange rate is 1 AED = 1.0211 SAR, updated as of June 4, 2026, 12:23 AM UTC. Mid-market rates represent the fairest available rate and are the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Actual transaction rates from banks or money transfer services may include a markup above this rate.

UAE Dirham to Saudi Riyal Exchange Rate

The AED/SAR exchange rate tells you how many Saudi Riyal (SAR) you receive for every UAE Dirham (AED). At the current mid-market rate of 1 AED = 1.0211 SAR, this pair reflects live supply and demand conditions on the global foreign exchange market. The rate updates every 15 minutes on this page, giving you the most current data available.

Understanding the AED/SAR Conversion

Converting UAE Dirham to Saudi Riyal involves the mid-market rate, which represents the midpoint between what buyers are willing to pay and what sellers are asking. Banks and money transfer services typically add a markup of 1-4% above this rate. By checking the live mid-market rate on this page before making any conversion, you can evaluate how competitive any quoted rate truly is and avoid paying more than necessary for your currency exchange.

What Affects the AED to SAR Rate

Exchange rates between UAE Dirham and Saudi Riyal are influenced by central bank interest rate decisions, inflation differentials, trade balances, and broader economic data releases from both countries. Political stability, commodity prices, and global risk sentiment can also cause significant moves. Monitoring these factors helps explain why the AED/SAR rate fluctuates throughout trading sessions and over longer time periods.

Saudi Riyal Overview

The Saudi Riyal (SAR) is the official currency of Saudi Arabia, pegged to the US Dollar at 3.75. As the world's largest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia's economy and currency are closely tied to global energy markets. The SAR exchange rate against AED reflects relative economic conditions between the two currency areas.

Mid-Market Rate Explained

The mid-market rate of 1 AED = 1.0211 SAR shown on this page is the fairest available exchange rate. It sits exactly between the buy and sell prices quoted by major financial institutions. No single provider can offer exactly the mid-market rate since their business model requires a small spread, but the best providers come within 0.5-1% of this benchmark. Use our rate as your comparison baseline.