Mango season is officially here in the UAE and markets across Dubai are filling up fast with popular varieties from India, Pakistan, Yemen, and Fujairah. If you are a mango lover, this is the best time of year — but traders are warning that prices are running a little higher than last season due to limited early stock. You can also conveniently Shop in UAE online for grocery and food delivery options if you prefer getting your mangoes delivered straight to your door.
Which Varieties Are Available and What Do They Cost
At Dubai’s Waterfront Market, Pakistani Chaunsa mangoes in boxes of up to 2.8 kilograms are selling for around Dh40. Sindhri boxes of about 3kg are priced at Dh55. Indian Alphonso mangoes are going for around Dh50 per box, while Mallika, Badami, Banganapalli, and Dussheri varieties are available between Dh35 and Dh45 depending on size and quality.
Yemeni mangoes remain one of the most affordable options, with 4kg boxes selling for around Dh35. Locally grown Fujairah mangoes are priced at approximately Dh20 per kilogram. At West Zone Supermarket in Al Seef, Chaunsa and Badami mangoes are retailing at Dh19.95 per kilogram, while Yemeni varieties are priced at Dh15.95 per kilogram. Sweet mangoes from Jordan were among the more affordable choices at Dh10.95 per kilogram.
Prices at stalls are generally fixed, but traders often offer small discounts of Dh2 to Dh5 after a little bargaining. If you prefer to buy mangoes and other fresh produce while shopping, many of the best Shopping Malls In Dubai have supermarkets and food halls stocking a wide range of mango varieties this season.
Why Are Prices Higher This Year
Aslam, a trader at Waterfront Market, explained that the season has only just started and stocks are still limited. Once more shipments arrive over the coming weeks, prices are expected to soften and become more competitive. Another trader, Mushtaq Ahmed at Al Aweer Fruit and Vegetable Market, said wholesale prices are Dh5 to Dh10 lower than retail, but even those are slightly higher than the start of last season due to occasional shipment delays.
Traders also noticed a change in buying behaviour this year. In previous seasons, many customers would buy two or three boxes at a time. This year, many are starting with just one box and waiting to see how prices move before buying more. For residents in Abu Dhabi looking for the best places to enjoy fresh mango desserts and seasonal dishes, check out the top Food In Abu Dhabi options across the city.
When Will Prices Come Down
Both traders and market watchers agree that mango prices will gradually ease as the season picks up and more shipments arrive from India, Pakistan, and Yemen. The most popular varieties remain Chaunsa and Alphonso, which are already drawing strong demand from mango fans across the UAE. For now, mango lovers are paying a little extra for their favourite fruit — but the good news is that relief is just a few weeks away.
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