Sri Lanka car rentals in 2025
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 15 September 2025.
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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?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Sri Lanka, book about 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$342, which is about 599% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is September, when you can expect to pay HK$327/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (HK$521/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
HK$428
February
HK$389
March
HK$366
April
HK$358
May
HK$358
June
HK$342
July
HK$373
August
HK$381
September
HK$327
October
HK$342
November
HK$381
December
HK$521
What car do most people rent in Sri Lanka?
Economy cars (Kia Rio Hatchback, for example) are the most popular in Sri Lanka. Intermediate (Toyota Prius) and Full-size (Nissan X-Trail) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Sri Lanka.
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 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 15 September 2025.
Hertz
Sixt
Kings Rental Corfu
Ace
Budget
SR RENT A CAR
Elite Rent A Car
Casons Rent A Car
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 15 September 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?
Cars in Sri Lanka are to be driven on the left side of the road.