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Cheap car hire in Sri Lanka

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Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
R1 108/day
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Perodua Axia car
Perodua Axia
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
R866/day
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Toyota Avensis car
Toyota Avensis
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
R2 112/day
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Toyota Prius car
Toyota Prius
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
M
R1 273/day
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Nissan Serena car
Nissan Serena
or similar VAN
5
2
4-5
M
R2 546/day
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BMW 5 Series car
BMW 5 Series
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
M
R9 782/day
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Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
R3 030/day
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Hyundai Tucson car
Hyundai Tucson
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
R4 125/day
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Kia Sorento car
Kia Sorento
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
R4 125/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in Sri Lanka

  • Because Sri Lankan roads tend to be narrow, it is advised to rent a compact car; plus, the island is small enough for you to navigate in one day. If you plan to explore the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you may want to upgrade your rental car to a four-wheel drive, as the roads are more rugged and hilly.
  • Renting a car in Sri Lanka will provide you with the most freedom and save you much more time than if you used the time-consuming train service. Often, public transport cannot take you to certain areas like a car can. To navigate around the country, it is recommended that you rent a GPS device from your car hire company, which you can get for around 2,121 LKR (12 USD) per day.
  • You will find several new highways in Sri Lanka that provide great driving conditions for your rental car. The Colombo-Katunayake Expressway connects the Bandaranaike International Airport to Kelani Bridge on the coast, a route you can drive in 30m. The Southern Expressway is 161 km (100 mi) long and extends from the south in Kottawa to Matara, while the Outer Circular Expressway links the Southern Expressway to the Katunayake Expressway.
  • To make the most of driving around Sri Lanka, it is important to know the rush hours on the roads, particularly in major cities. It is advised to drive in cities and large towns like Colombo only between 8:30 am and 2:30 pm, or after 8:00 pm in the evening.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Sri Lanka for R980 or less
  • Book your car hire in Sri Lanka at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Sri Lanka are around 35% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Sri Lanka

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Sri Lanka?

    On average a car hire in Sri Lanka costs R3 309 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Sri Lanka?

    Standard (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Sri Lanka.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at SR RENT A CAR (R866/day) and Europcar (R2 112/day).

  • How can I find car hires near me in Sri Lanka?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

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

    On average a car hire in Sri Lanka costs R26 350 per week (R3 764 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Sri Lanka?

    On average a car hire in Sri Lanka costs R112 930 per month (R3 764 per day).

  • What is driving like in Sri Lanka?

    When you rent a car in Sri Lanka, you will need to drive on the left side and overtake on the right side of the road. Unless otherwise signposted, you need to give way to cars on the right. On newer highways, you will find tolls that are priced depending on the distance traveled and the car category, with prices starting at 100 LKR (0.57 USD). Road rules that must be adhered to are the prohibition of mobile phone use while driving and the requirement to wear seatbelts at all times.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Sri Lanka?

    If you plan to rent a car in Sri Lanka, the minimum age for drivers is 23 years old, and they must have had a valid driver’s license for two years previously. Any drivers under 25 years old will incur a young driver surcharge. You will need to get your driver’s license validated by the Automobile Association in Sri Lanka, which can be obtained by your car hire agency for an additional fee.

  • How much does petrol cost in Sri Lanka?

    You will find that the average price of petrol is 164 LKR (0.93 USD) per liter, or the equivalent of 3.52 USD per gallon, when you rent a car in Sri Lanka. Because petrol is regulated by the government, petrol prices are the same at various petrol stations, so you do not have to shop around. Many of the island’s petrol stations are open 24h and offer self-service.

  • What are the speed limits in Sri Lanka?

    When driving on Sri Lankan roads, you will need to follow the national speed limits. In residential areas, the speed limit is 56 km/h (34 mph), and on national roads, you can travel up to 72 km/h (44 mph). On highways, the maximum speed limit is 120 km/h (74 mph).

Car hire directory

  • srrentacar

    SR RENT A CAR car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    24 Locations

  • srilankarentacar

    Sri Lanka Rent a Car car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    13 Locations

  • casonsrentacar

    Casons Rent A Car car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    10 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    5 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    4 Locations

  • kings

    Kings car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    4 Locations

  • kingsrentalcorfu

    Kings Rental Corfu car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    4 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    4 Locations

  • acarent

    AcaRent car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    1 Location

  • ace

    Ace car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    1 Location

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    1 Location

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Sri Lanka

    1 Location

Good to know

Most popular agency

SR RENT A CAR

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

R3 764/day

Good deal

R980/day

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The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.

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