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Cheap Car Rentals in Sri Lanka from RM 253

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 15/2 and drop-off date of 19/2. 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 rental in Sri Lanka. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 February 2026.

Most common car type

Mini
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Popular car types in Sri Lanka

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Sri Lanka and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 10 February 2026.
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There are 23 hire agencies servicing Sri Lanka. These agencies, altogether, have 83 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sri Lanka with prices from RM 253 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Sri Lanka:

Economy

Economy

RM 253+

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Compact

Compact

RM 356+

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Full-size

Full-size

RM 356+

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Compare car rental deals in Sri Lanka by type

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

Perodua BezzaRM 253/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza
Found 02/08/26
Perodua AxiaRM 356/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Found 02/08/26

Best car rental deals found in Sri Lanka

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Sri Lanka. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Sri Lanka with an average daily rate of RM 322. Data was last updated on 10 February 2026.
Perodua BezzaRM 253/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Bezza
Found 02/08/26
Hyundai SonataRM 356/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Sonata
Found 02/08/26
Proton SagaRM 356/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Found 02/08/26

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Sri Lanka, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 161, which is about 245% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 RM 147.13/day. Sri Lanka Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 175.72/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is September, when you can expect to pay RM 161/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (RM 228/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

RM 197

February

RM 189

March

RM 181

April

RM 181

May

RM 181

June

RM 169

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 Sri Lanka?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Sri Lanka are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Prius or similar), Economy cars (Kia Rio Hatchback or similar), and Mini cars (Class Mini Car 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.

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Top rental agencies in Sri Lanka

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sri Lanka known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sri Lanka. Reviews were last updated on 10 February 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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Overview

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 rentals in Sri Lanka, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 February 2026.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?

    Cars in Sri Lanka are to be driven 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 10 February 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 Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 47+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 54+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 47+

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