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Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo from S$ 333

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 17-3 and drop-off date of 21-3. 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 2025

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 14 February 2025.

Most popular company

SRILANKARENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.74

Average price per day

S$ 70

Cheapest price per day

S$ 333

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Colombo?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Colombo 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 14 February 2025.

January

S$ 75

February

S$ 67

March

S$ 63

April

S$ 55

May

S$ 56

June

S$ 53

July

S$ 63

August

S$ 67

September

S$ 53

October

S$ 59

November

S$ 63

December

S$ 91

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Colombo is June. 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Colombo

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Colombo to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Small cars

S$ 49 - S$ 99

All Car Types

S$ 66 - S$ 145

To hire a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of S$ 63/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~S$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~S$ 99/day). In fact, October is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colombo, hiring a small car saves you 43% 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 medium car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of S$ 102/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~S$ 64/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~S$ 170/day). In fact, April is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colombo, hiring a medium car saves you 8% 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 large car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of S$ 196/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~S$ 94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~S$ 327/day). In fact, June is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colombo, hiring a large car is 45% 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 Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of S$ 159/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~S$ 145/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~S$ 272/day). In fact, May is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colombo, hiring a SUV is 31% 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 van in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of S$ 109/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a van in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~S$ 80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~S$ 204/day). In fact, October is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Colombo, hiring a van saves you 0% 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.

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 14 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Colombo, including Hertz, Sixt and SR RENT A CAR in Colombo. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

1 location
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

SR RENT A CAR

22 locations

Sri Lanka Rent a Car

11 locations

Casons Rent A Car

8 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Kings

2 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 14 February 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 70/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 54/day from Sri Lanka Rent a Car, booked on Feb. 9.

  • What are petrol prices like in Colombo?

    The average price of petrol in Colombo is S$ 1.74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 78 and S$ 113 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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$ 433 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Colombo for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 44% on your car hire. For a below average price in Colombo, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 71 days in advance.

  • 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$ 1,855, with the average price for a rental being around S$ 62 a day. Book with Sri Lanka Rent a Car, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 24% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Colombo.

  • What car do most people hire in Colombo?

    The most popular car to hire while in Colombo is the Toyota Prius, which is a Standard vehicle.

Luxury car rentals in Colombo

Find luxury car rental deals in Colombo from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Colombo cost an average of S$ 542 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.
Some of the best deals we've found on upscale car rentals in Colombo. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Audi Q5S$ 333/day
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A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 500/day
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Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 544/day
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4
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A/C
Audi Q5

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 14 February 2025.

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$ 60+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 60+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

S$ 156+

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