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 25 October 2025.
Most popular company | Ace |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | $71 |
Cheapest price per day | $56 |
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 $73/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 51% off the average price.
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 $71/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
$96
February
$87
March
$82
April
$80
May
$80
June
$75
July
$85
August
$85
September
$71
October
$71
November
$85
December
$115
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 25 October 2025.
Hertz
Sixt
Ace
Budget
SR RENT A CAR
Elite Rent A Car
Casons Rent A Car
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
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 25 October 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 SR RENT A CAR , and with prices around $87/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from SR RENT A CAR is STANDARD, which starts as low as $78/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At $63/day, the cheapest car rental price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo. On average, Colombo has the cheapest daily rental car price ($74/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 25 October 2025.
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 ($41+).
Hybrid
$53+
Petrol/Diesel
$41+