Sri Lanka car rentals in 2025
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 15 June 2025.
Most popular company | Sri Lanka Rent a Car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $73 |
Cheapest price per day | $73 |
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 car hire in Sri Lanka 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $73/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 48% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?
Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? SR RENT A CAR had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $66.34/day. Sri Lanka Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $68.45/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is September, when you can expect to pay $70/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December ($115/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
$93
February
$83
March
$78
April
$76
May
$76
June
$73
July
$81
August
$85
September
$70
October
$73
November
$80
December
$115
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sri Lanka. SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Sri Lanka?
SR RENT A CAR has 24 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sri Lanka Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Sri Lanka at 13.
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 15 June 2025.
SR RENT A CAR
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
Casons Rent A Car
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Kings
Kings Rental Corfu
Sixt
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 15 June 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka?
When hiring a car in Sri Lanka, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Sixt, and with prices around $99/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sixt is ECONOMY, which starts as low as $92/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At $68/day, the cheapest car rental price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo. On average, Colombo has the cheapest daily rental car price ($73/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.