Sri Lanka car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sri Lanka. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 August 2026.
Most popular company | AcaRent |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $83 |
Cheapest price per day | $40 |
Cheapflights insights for Sri Lanka car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Sri Lanka, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Sri Lanka?
Book your rental car in Sri Lanka 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $66/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 50% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?
Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? Xdrive Mobility had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $26.70/day. SR RENT A CAR also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $38.51/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is June, when you can expect to pay $58/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December ($99/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$85
February
$82
March
$78
April
$68
May
$61
June
$58
July
$73
August
$85
September
$68
October
$68
November
$73
December
$99
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
Standard cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sri Lanka. Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Toyota Prius or similar).
Top rental agencies in Sri Lanka
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sri Lanka known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sri Lanka. Reviews were last updated on 7 August 2026.
Ace
Ace Locations in Sri Lanka
Avawia Tours
Avawia Tours Locations in Sri Lanka
U-Save
U-Save Locations in Sri Lanka
INTERRENT
INTERRENT Locations in Sri Lanka
Budget
Budget Locations in Sri Lanka
Xdrive Mobility
Xdrive Mobility Locations in Sri Lanka
SR RENT A CAR
SR RENT A CAR Locations in Sri Lanka
Thrifty
Thrifty Locations in Sri Lanka
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sri Lanka, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 August 2026.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At $52/day, the cheapest car rental price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo. On average, Colombo has the cheapest daily rental car price ($82/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Sri Lanka.
What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?
In Sri Lanka, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 7 August 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($36+).
Hybrid
$42+
Petrol/Diesel
$36+