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Cheap Car Rentals in Sri Lanka from RM 142

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 16/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. 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 2025

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 July 2025.

Most popular company

AcaRent

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 160

Cheapest price per day

RM 142

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 July 2025.

There are 19 hire agencies servicing Sri Lanka. These agencies, altogether, have 79 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sri Lanka with prices from RM 142 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Sri Lanka:

Economy

Economy

RM 147+

Compact

Compact

RM 142+

Standard

Standard

RM 210+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 184+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 852+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 852+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

RM 443+

Commercial

Commercial

RM 443+

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:

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:

Honda CityRM 142/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Proton SagaRM 147/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda JazzRM 190/day
4
M
A/C
Honda Jazz

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 398. Data was last updated on 3 July 2025.
Honda CityRM 142/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Proton SagaRM 147/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda AccordRM 184/day
5
M
A/C
Honda Accord

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 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 186, which is about 275% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?

Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? Sri Lanka Rent a Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 177.24/day. Sixt also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 390.90/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 177/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (RM 291/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 232

February

RM 211

March

RM 198

April

RM 194

May

RM 194

June

RM 182

July

RM 211

August

RM 219

September

RM 177

October

RM 186

November

RM 203

December

RM 291

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 (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), Compact cars (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar), and SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail 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.

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 July 2025.

SR RENT A CAR

24 locations

Sri Lanka Rent a Car

13 locations

Casons Rent A Car

10 locations

keddy by Europcar

5 locations

Europcar

4 locations

Kings

4 locations

Kings Rental Corfu

4 locations

Sixt

1 review4 locations

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 July 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka?

    When hiring a car in Sri Lanka, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Sri Lanka Rent a Car, and with prices around RM 212/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Sri Lanka Rent a Car is INTERMEDIATE, which starts as low as RM 200/day.

  • 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 160/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo for just RM 151/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.

Car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 3 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 45+

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