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Cheap Car Rentals in Sri Lanka from ₹ 3,720

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 22/3 and drop-off date of 30/3. 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 24 January 2026.

Most popular company

AcaRent

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 5,118

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,720
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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 24 January 2026.
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There are, in total, 83 car hire locations in Sri Lanka that are operated by 23 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 3,720/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Sri Lanka hire providers:

Economy

Economy

₹ 3,720+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 3,985+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 5,671+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 3,985+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 21,639+

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Mini

Mini

₹ 4,532+

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Luxury

Luxury

₹ 24,360+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

₹ 16,512+

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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:

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

Suzuki Celerio₹ 3,720/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire₹ 3,985/day
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Suzuki Swift Dzire
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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 ₹ 10,692. Data was last updated on 24 January 2026.
Suzuki Celerio₹ 3,720/day
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Toyota Corolla₹ 3,985/day
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Toyota Corolla
Found 01/23/26
Ford EcoSport₹ 3,985/day
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Ford EcoSport
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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?

For the best savings on car hire in Sri Lanka, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 3,761/day – about 7,929% less than the yearly average.

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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 ₹ 3,500/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at ₹ 5,096/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?

Planning to hire a car in Sri Lanka? September is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 3,761 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 5,320. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 4,678

February

₹ 4,495

March

₹ 4,219

April

₹ 4,219

May

₹ 4,219

June

₹ 3,944

July

₹ 4,403

August

₹ 4,495

September

₹ 3,761

October

₹ 3,761

November

₹ 4,036

December

₹ 5,320

What car do most people rent in Sri Lanka?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Sri Lanka are the following: Economy cars (Honda City or similar), Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), and Passenger van cars (Class Minivan 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 24 January 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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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 24 January 2026.

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

    With an average price of ₹ 3,838/day, Sri Lanka Rent a Car is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka, booking 263% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • 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 Negombo where rental cars typically will cost around ₹ 4,201/day (15% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Sri Lanka was found in Negombo for just ₹ 3,995/day.

  • 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 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 24 January 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 (₹ 40+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 49+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 40+

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