The 30-second answer: Custom printed plastic cups in Dubai start at AED 910 for 1,000 cups with lids — about 91 fils per cup — for flat PET cups in any size from 8 to 20 oz. U-shape cups run AED 980–1,050 per 1,000 with strawless lids, and the premium frosted PET look is AED 980–1,120 per 1,000. Minimum order is 1,000 pieces, printed with your logo, VAT included. Here is how to pick the right cup for your drink.
The three plastic cup types — and which drink each one fits
| Type | Look | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Flat PET | Crystal-clear, straight walls, flat or dome lid | Juices, iced tea, soft drinks — the economy choice |
| U-Shape PET | Rounded bubble base, strawless sip lid | Bubble tea, smoothies, specialty iced coffee — the trendy café look |
| Frosted PET | Matte, semi-transparent — the soft premium finish | Brands that want the Instagram look — logos pop on frost |
One rule of thumb from hundreds of café orders: if the drink is photogenic, go frosted or U-shape. If it is volume business — juices at a cafeteria, events — flat PET keeps the cost lowest.
Plastic cup printing prices in Dubai (2026)
Live prices, 1,000 cups per size and design, logo printing and VAT included:
| Cup | Sizes | Price / 1,000 pcs | Per cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat PET with lids | 8 / 9 / 10 / 12 / 16 oz | AED 910 | 91 fils |
| Flat PET 20 oz with lids | 20 oz | AED 980 | 98 fils |
| U-Shape PET, strawless lids | 12 / 14 oz | AED 980 | 98 fils |
| U-Shape PET, strawless lids | 10 / 16 oz | AED 1,050 | 1.05 AED |
| Frosted PET with lids ⭐ | 12 oz | AED 980 | 98 fils |
| Frosted PET with lids | 16 oz | AED 1,120 | 1.12 AED |
Bigger runs drop the per-cup price fast — on 5,000–10,000-cup orders, message us for volume pricing. Browse everything in the plastic cups collection.
The MOQ questions everyone asks us on WhatsApp
“What is the minimum order?” 1,000 cups per size and per design for plastic cups. If you need two sizes, that is 1,000 of each.
“Can I order 100 or 200 cups?” Not for custom-printed plastic — the printing setup makes small runs uneconomical. If you need small quantities, consider printed paper cups, where double-wall starts at just 500 pcs.
“One colour or full colour — what changes?” The listed prices are for one-colour logo printing, which is what most cafés use on clear cups. Full-colour artwork is possible — send the design on WhatsApp for an exact quote.
“With or without lids?” All prices above include lids — flat lids for flat cups, strawless sip lids for U-shape. Straws can be added separately.
Which size sells most?
12 oz is the workhorse — iced lattes, juices, most smoothies. 16 oz wins for bubble tea and large smoothies. 8–9 oz suits kids’ drinks and samplers, and 20 oz is the jumbo option for juice bars. If you are launching with one size only, take 12 oz — it covers 70% of orders.
Design tips that make a clear cup look premium
- On clear PET, less is more — a single-colour logo at the centre reads cleaner than a busy wrap, and the drink itself becomes your background.
- On frosted cups, dark logos pop — black or deep brand colours against the matte frost photograph beautifully.
- Mind the drink colour — a yellow logo disappears behind mango juice. We check this for you before printing.
- Artwork prep is free with every order — send your logo as AI, EPS, PDF or high-res PNG.
Production and delivery
Standard production is 5–7 working days after payment confirmation and design approval, delivered across Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and all UAE (delivery from AED 25 within Dubai). Need cups for an event this week? Ask about express options.
Frequently asked questions
How much does plastic cup printing cost in Dubai?
From AED 910 per 1,000 flat PET cups with lids (91 fils per cup), AED 980–1,050 for U-shape with strawless lids, and AED 980–1,120 for frosted PET — logo printing and VAT included.
What is the minimum order for printed plastic cups?
1,000 cups per size and per design. For smaller quantities, printed paper cups start at 500 pcs.
Are the cups food-safe?
Yes — food-grade PET with food-safe inks, suitable for cold drinks, juices and smoothies.
How fast is delivery?
5–7 working days standard production after design approval, with UAE-wide delivery and express options for events.
Ready to brand your cups? Browse the plastic cups collection, compare with paper cup prices, or send your logo on WhatsApp for a same-day quote.
