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 14 July 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 car hire in Sri Lanka, book about 86 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 713,244, which is about 1,445,760% 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 June, when you can expect to pay Rp 697,034/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (Rp 1,118,496/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 891,555
February
Rp 810,504
March
Rp 761,874
April
Rp 745,664
May
Rp 745,664
June
Rp 697,034
July
Rp 810,504
August
Rp 826,714
September
Rp 697,034
October
Rp 713,244
November
Rp 778,084
December
Rp 1,118,496
What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?
Full-size cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Sri Lanka. SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV 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.
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 14 July 2025.
SR RENT A CAR
Sri Lanka Rent a Car
Casons Rent A Car
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Kings
Kings Rental Corfu
Sixt
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 14 July 2025.
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.