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Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Colombo?

Book your car hire in Colombo 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 161/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 243% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Colombo?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Colombo is Hertz (rated 10.0/10). Sixt (rated 1.9/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Colombo?

Planning to hire a car in Colombo? September is the cheapest month, costing about RM 161 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 228. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 197

February

RM 193

March

RM 185

April

RM 181

May

RM 181

June

RM 173

July

RM 189

August

RM 193

September

RM 161

October

RM 161

November

RM 173

December

RM 228

What car do most people hire in Colombo?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Colombo. Full-size cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Colombo?

SR RENT A CAR has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sri Lanka Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Colombo at 11.

Top rental agencies in Colombo

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Colombo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Colombo. Reviews were last updated on 19 March 2026.

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

1.9

Comfort

1.9

Overall

1.9

Pick-up/drop-off

1.9

Value

1.9

Elite Rent A Car

1 location

Casons Rent A Car

8 locations

SR RENT A CAR

22 locations

Sri Lanka Rent a Car

11 locations

Dollar

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Colombo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Colombo for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    Hiring a car in Colombo for a week can be a great option for travel. GREEN MOTION , the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,442/week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Colombo?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Colombo.

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