What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Sri Lanka?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Sri Lanka and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 1 December 2023.
January
₹ 3,501
February
₹ 3,334
March
₹ 3,417
April
₹ 3,167
May
₹ 3,000
June
₹ 3,000
July
₹ 3,667
August
₹ 3,667
September
₹ 2,750
October
₹ 2,750
November
₹ 3,167
December
₹ 4,001
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
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 1 December 2023.
There are, in total, 59 car hire locations in Sri Lanka that are operated by 14 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: ₹ 2,654/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Sri Lanka hire providers:
Economy
₹ 2,654+
Compact
₹ 3,021+
Intermediate
₹ 3,021+
Standard
₹ 3,737+
Full-size
₹ 5,105+
Full-size SUV
₹ 6,956+
Mini
₹ 2,878+
Passenger van
₹ 9,035+
Economy
₹ 2,654+
Compact
₹ 3,021+
Intermediate
₹ 3,021+
Standard
₹ 3,737+
Full-size
₹ 5,105+
Full-size SUV
₹ 6,956+
Mini
₹ 2,878+
Passenger van
₹ 9,035+
Economy
₹ 2,654+
Compact
₹ 3,021+
Intermediate
₹ 3,021+
Standard
₹ 3,737+
Full-size
₹ 5,105+
Full-size SUV
₹ 6,956+
Mini
₹ 2,878+
Passenger van
₹ 9,035+
Compare available car types for rental in Sri Lanka
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Sri Lanka to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 December 2023.
Small cars | ₹ 3,153 - ₹ 4,628 | |
|---|---|---|
All Car Types | ₹ 7,574 - ₹ 10,400 |
To hire a small car in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 3,977/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Sri Lanka (~₹ 3,153/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~₹ 4,628/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a small car saves you 56% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Sri Lanka small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,997/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Sri Lanka (~₹ 5,593/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 8,029/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a medium car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Sri Lanka medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,444/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Sri Lanka (~₹ 8,503/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 12,606/day). In fact, October is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a large car is 14% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,230/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Sri Lanka (~₹ 8,057/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 14,488/day). In fact, October is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a SUV is 12% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Sri Lanka SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,435/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Sri Lanka (~₹ 7,407/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 10,590/day). In fact, May is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a van saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a luxury car in Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of ₹ 14,671/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Sri Lanka (~₹ 10,774/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 18,195/day). In fact, October is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Sri Lanka. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Sri Lanka, hiring a luxury car is 39% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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 1 December 2023.
SR RENT A CAR
Casons Rent A Car
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Sixt
Europcar
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
Budget
Best Sri Lanka car rental deals found
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 ₹ 5,424. Data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
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 1 December 2023.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka?
With an average price of ₹ 4,011/day, Sri Lanka Rent a Car is the most popular car hire provider in Sri Lanka, booking 298% 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 ₹ 4,465/day (8% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Sri Lanka was found in Colombo for just ₹ 2,810/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.