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?
Book your car hire in Colombo 86 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around Rp 713,012/day on average when booked 86 days ahead, which saves you 1,447,640% off the average price.
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). Sixt (rated 1.9/10) is also highly rated by our users.
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 Rp 680,603/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Colombo is December (Rp 1,118,133/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
Rp 891,266
February
Rp 810,241
March
Rp 761,627
April
Rp 745,422
May
Rp 745,422
June
Rp 696,808
July
Rp 810,241
August
Rp 826,446
September
Rp 680,603
October
Rp 713,012
November
Rp 777,832
December
Rp 1,118,133
What car do most people hire in Colombo?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Colombo are the following: Mini cars (Toyota Aygo or similar), Compact cars (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar), and SUV cars (Mitsubishi Montero or similar).
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 26 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Colombo, such as Hertz, Sixt and SR RENT A CAR . Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Colombo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Colombo?
Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Colombo.