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Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo from ₹ 3,018
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 Colombo with a pick-up date of 3/10 and drop-off date of 10/11. 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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Colombo car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Colombo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Most popular company | ACE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | ₹ 100 |
Average price per day | ₹ 4,419 |
Cheapest price per day | ₹ 3,018 |
Popular car types in Colombo
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Colombo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 September 2025.
There are currently 56 hire locations operating in Colombo spread across 13 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Colombo is small car at ₹ 3,018 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
₹ 3,170+
Compact
₹ 3,018+
Standard
₹ 4,459+
Full-size
₹ 3,446+
Full-size SUV
₹ 23,329+
Passenger van
₹ 12,154+
Luxury
₹ 23,553+
Premium SUV
₹ 18,976+
Compare car rental deals in Colombo by type
Here are the best Colombo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Colombo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Colombo large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Colombo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Colombo luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i20₹ 3,018/day
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Suzuki Swift₹ 3,170/day
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Hyundai i20₹ 4,238/day
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Best car rental deals found in Colombo
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Colombo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Colombo with an average daily rate of ₹ 9,842. Data was last updated on 12 September 2025.
Hyundai i20₹ 3,018/day
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Suzuki Swift₹ 3,170/day
2
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Toyota Corolla₹ 3,446/day
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Cheapflights insights for Colombo car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Colombo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Colombo?
For the best savings on car hire in Colombo, make your reservation 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 3,885/day – about 7,854% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Colombo?
Looking to hire a car in Colombo? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only ₹ 2,832/day. Sri Lanka Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₹ 3,132/day.
What is the best car rental company in Colombo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Colombo is Hertz (rated 10.0/10). Thrifty (rated 5.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
5.4
Sixt
1.9
Kings Rental Corfu
0.0
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Colombo?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Colombo is September, when you can expect to pay ₹ 3,708/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Colombo is December (₹ 5,915/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
₹ 4,856
February
₹ 4,414
March
₹ 4,150
April
₹ 4,061
May
₹ 4,061
June
₹ 3,796
July
₹ 4,238
August
₹ 4,326
September
₹ 3,708
October
₹ 3,885
November
₹ 4,326
December
₹ 5,915
What car do most people rent in Colombo?
Passenger van cars (Toyota HiAce, for example) are the most popular in Colombo. Mini (Suzuki Swift) and Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Colombo.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Colombo?
SR RENT A CAR has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Sri Lanka Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Colombo at 11.
Top rental agencies in Colombo
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Colombo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Colombo. Reviews were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Hertz
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
1 location
Sixt
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
1.9
Comfort
1.9
Overall
1.9
Pick-up/drop-off
1.9
Value
1.9
Kings Rental Corfu
2 locations
Elite Rent A Car
1 location
Casons Rent A Car
8 locations
SR RENT A CAR
22 locations
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
11 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Colombo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 4,419/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,256/day from Ace, booked on Sep. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Colombo for a week from Ace?
Ace offers hire cars in Colombo for about ₹ 26,587 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Colombo?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Colombo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Colombo for a month?
The average cost of a car rental in Colombo for a month is ₹ 113,946. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.
How much is a car hire in Colombo for a weekend?
₹ 4,407 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Colombo. To save money, consider booking a Compact car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in October, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 5,807 per day.
Car rentals by fuel type in Colombo
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Colombo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Colombo. Deals were last updated on 12 September 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Colombo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₹ 49+).
Hybrid
₹ 49+
Petrol/Diesel
₹ 52+