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Cheap Car Rentals in Sri Lanka from $79

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Sri Lanka with a pick-up date of 16/2 and drop-off date of 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 5 January 2026.

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Popular car types in Sri Lanka

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sri Lanka and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 5 January 2026.
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There are currently 82 hire locations operating in Sri Lanka spread across 22 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Sri Lanka is small car at $79 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

$79+

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Compact

Compact

$82+

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Full-size

Full-size

$93+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$426+

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Mini

Mini

$97+

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Luxury

Luxury

$534+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

$448+

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Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

$114+

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Here are the best Sri Lanka small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Sri Lanka medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Sri Lanka large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Sri Lanka SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20$79/day
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Toyota Prius c$82/day
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Suzuki Swift$93/day
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Best car rental deals found in Sri Lanka

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Sri Lanka. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sri Lanka with an average daily rate of $233. Data was last updated on 5 January 2026.
Hyundai i20$79/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 01/05/26
Toyota Prius c$82/day
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Toyota Prius c
Found 01/05/26
Suzuki Swift$93/day
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Suzuki Swift
Found 01/05/26

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 $71/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 51% off the average price.

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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 ($101/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

$90

February

$85

March

$81

April

$80

May

$80

June

$75

July

$83

August

$85

September

$71

October

$71

November

$76

December

$101

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.

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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 5 January 2026.

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

1.9
Poor
1 review•4 locations
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Cleanliness

1.9

Comfort

1.9

Overall

1.9

Pick-up/drop-off

1.9

Value

1.9

Ace

1 location
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Budget

1 location
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SR RENT A CAR

24 locations
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Thrifty

2 locations
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Elite Rent A Car

1 location
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FlexWays

1 location
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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 5 January 2026.

  • 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 5 January 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($53+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

$53+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

$66+

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