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 5 October 2026.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | RM 198 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 101 |
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 6 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 159, which is about 273% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?
Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? CarWiz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 22.13/day. Xdrive Mobility also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 24.80/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is June, when you can expect to pay RM 139/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (RM 237/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 204
February
RM 196
March
RM 188
April
RM 167
May
RM 147
June
RM 139
July
RM 171
August
RM 171
September
RM 147
October
RM 151
November
RM 171
December
RM 237
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Sri Lanka are the following: Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar), SUV cars (Class Economy SUV or similar), and Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar).
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 5 October 2026.
Ace
Ace Locations in Sri Lanka
Avawia Tours
Avawia Tours Locations in Sri Lanka
U-Save
U-Save Locations in Sri Lanka
INTERRENT
INTERRENT Locations in Sri Lanka
Budget
Budget Locations in Sri Lanka
Xdrive Mobility
Xdrive Mobility Locations in Sri Lanka
SR RENT A CAR
SR RENT A CAR Locations in Sri Lanka
Thrifty
Thrifty Locations in Sri Lanka
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 5 October 2026.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
When visiting Sri Lanka, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Colombo where rental cars typically will cost around RM 210/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo for just RM 125/day.
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.