Colombo

Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo from S$ 55

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 Colombo with a pick-up date of 15-2 and drop-off date of 23-2. 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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Colombo car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Colombo. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 1 February 2026.

Most popular company

SRILANKARENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.40

Average price per day

S$ 62

Cheapest price per day

S$ 55

Popular car types in Colombo

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Colombo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 1 February 2026.

In Colombo, there are 57 active hire locations from 12 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Colombo in the past week - currently priced from S$ 55/day. View deals for 2 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

S$ 56+

Compact

Compact

S$ 55+

Standard

Standard

S$ 77+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 59+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 317+

Mini

Mini

S$ 91+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 398+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

S$ 334+

Compare car rental deals in Colombo by type

Here are the best Colombo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Colombo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20S$ 55/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Mitsubishi LancerS$ 56/day
2
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Lancer
Hyundai i20S$ 65/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Colombo

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Colombo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Colombo with an average daily rate of S$ 149. Data was last updated on 1 February 2026.
Hyundai i20S$ 55/day
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Mitsubishi LancerS$ 56/day
2
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A/C
Mitsubishi Lancer
Hyundai i20S$ 65/day
4
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Hyundai i20

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Colombo, make your reservation 5 days before pickup. The average price then is just S$ 52/day – about 11% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Colombo?

Sri Lanka Rent a Car is currently the cheapest car hire company in Colombo with deals as low as S$ 48.55/day found in the past two weeks. SR RENT A CAR is another inexpensive option with rates as low as S$ 60.11/day.

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?

At Colombo, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just S$ 52. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging S$ 74 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Colombo, the best time to rent a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just S$ 52. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging S$ 74 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 63

February

S$ 61

March

S$ 58

April

S$ 58

May

S$ 58

June

S$ 55

July

S$ 61

August

S$ 62

September

S$ 52

October

S$ 52

November

S$ 56

December

S$ 74

What car do most people rent in Colombo?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Colombo are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Prius or similar), Standard cars (Toyota Prius or similar), and Economy cars (Class Economy Car 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 1 February 2026.

Hertz

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

1.9

Comfort

1.9

Overall

1.9

Pick-up/drop-off

1.9

Value

1.9

Elite Rent A Car

1 location

Casons Rent A Car

8 locations

SR RENT A CAR

22 locations

Sri Lanka Rent a Car

11 locations

Dollar

2 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Colombo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 February 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 62/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 51/day from Sri Lanka Rent a Car, booked on Jan. 24.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Colombo for a week from Sri Lanka Rent a Car?

    From Sri Lanka Rent a Car you can hire a car in Colombo from about S$ 421 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Colombo?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Colombo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Colombo for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Colombo can be found for about S$ 1,805, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 60 a day. Book with Sri Lanka Rent a Car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 20% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Colombo.

  • How much is a car hire in Colombo for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Colombo, you can expect the average price to be around S$ 0. Usually a Compact hire in Colombo is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact for March, it will cost approximately S$ 79 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Colombo

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Colombo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Colombo. Deals were last updated on 1 February 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Colombo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (S$ 52+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 52+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 71+

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