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Cheap Car Rentals in Sri Lanka from RM 181

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 28/3 and drop-off date of 1/4. 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 3 March 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 3 March 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 181 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Sri Lanka:

Economy

Economy

RM 183+

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Compact

Compact

RM 181+

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Standard

Standard

RM 242+

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Full-size

Full-size

RM 194+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 1,020+

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Luxury

Luxury

RM 1,240+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 860+

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Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 316+

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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:

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

Nissan AlmeraRM 181/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 03/03/26
Toyota YarisRM 183/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Found 03/03/26
Proton SagaRM 217/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Found 03/03/26

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 532. Data was last updated on 3 March 2026.
Nissan AlmeraRM 181/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Found 03/03/26
Toyota YarisRM 183/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Found 03/03/26
Honda AccordRM 194/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Accord
Found 03/03/26

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 160, which is about 242% cheaper than the typical rate.

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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 160/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (RM 227/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 196

February

RM 192

March

RM 180

April

RM 180

May

RM 180

June

RM 172

July

RM 188

August

RM 192

September

RM 160

October

RM 160

November

RM 172

December

RM 227

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 (Nissan Sentra or similar), Standard cars (Toyota Prius 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 3 March 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 3 March 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 3 March 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 53+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 56+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 53+

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