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 18/10 and drop-off date of 25/10. 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 2026
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 7 October 2026.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | £33 |
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 7 October 2026.
There are currently 94 hire locations operating in Sri Lanka spread across 29 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
£23+
Compact
£24+
Standard
£38+
Full-size
£26+
Full-size SUV
£117+
Passenger van
£103+
Luxury
£205+
Premium SUV
£124+
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 £77. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
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 6 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £29, which is about 32% 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 CarWiz, offering prices from just £22.19/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is FlexWays, with rates starting at £25.51/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 June, with an average daily rate of just £26. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £44 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 June, with an average daily rate of just £26. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging £44 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
£38
February
£36
March
£35
April
£31
May
£27
June
£26
July
£32
August
£32
September
£26
October
£27
November
£32
December
£44
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sri Lanka. Mini cars (Hyundai i10 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Perodua Bezza or similar).
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 7 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 hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Sri Lanka, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka?
The most popular car hire company at Sri Lanka is CarWiz. With prices on ECONOMY starting at £19/day about 110% more people book with CarWiz than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At £37/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 £21/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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£26+).
Hybrid
£38+
Petrol/Diesel
£26+