Cheap Car Hire in Sri Lanka from £23
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 1/9 and drop-off date of 11/9. 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.
Sri Lanka car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Sri Lanka. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 juin 2025.
Most popular company | Hertz |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | £47 |
Cheapest price per day | £23 |
Popular car types in Sri Lanka
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Sri Lanka and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 juin 2025.
There are currently 79 hire locations operating in Sri Lanka spread across 19 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Sri Lanka is small car at £23 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
£25+
Compact
£23+
Intermediate
£38+
Standard
£32+
Full-size
£33+
Full-size SUV
£130+
Mini
£28+
Passenger van
£86+
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Here are the best Sri Lanka small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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Best car hire deals found in Sri Lanka
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Sri Lanka. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Sri Lanka with an average daily rate of £70. Data was last updated on 13 juin 2025.
Cheapflights insights for Sri Lanka car hires
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 £28, which is about 56% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?
In Sri Lanka, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just £18.96/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sri Lanka Rent a Car, with rates starting at £23.81/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka?
At Sri Lanka, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just £34. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging £61 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Sri Lanka, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just £34. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging £61 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
£47
February
£59
March
£34
April
£39
May
£35
June
£61
July
£39
August
£45
September
£34
October
£57
November
£53
December
£61
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
Compact cars (Perodua Bezza or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sri Lanka. Economy cars (Suzuki Alto or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Smart Forfour 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 hire agencies in Sri Lanka
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Sri Lanka known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Sri Lanka. Reviews were last updated on 13 juin 2025.
SR RENT A CAR
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
Casons Rent A Car
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Kings
Kings Rental Corfu
Sixt
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sri Lanka, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 juin 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka?
The most popular car hire company at Sri Lanka is Hertz. With prices on COMPACT starting at £19/day about 46% more people book with Hertz than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At £48/day, it is 0% cheaper on average to rent a car in Colombo than any other city in Sri Lanka. The cheapest price found in Sri Lanka was for £29/day in Colombo.
What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?
In Sri Lanka, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car hires by fuel type in Sri Lanka
Browse car hires by fuel type in Sri Lanka. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 13 juin 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£39+).
Hybrid
£39+
Petrol/Diesel
£51+