Find Rentals
Popular Cars
Rental Deals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
English
Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo from AED 129
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 13/10 and drop-off date of 18/10. 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.
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights
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 September 2025.
Most popular company | ACE |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | AED 4.16 |
Average price per day | AED 247 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 129 |
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 14 September 2025.
In Colombo, there are 56 active hire locations from 13 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Colombo in the past week - currently priced from AED 129/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
AED 137+
Compact
AED 129+
Standard
AED 167+
Full-size
AED 153+
Full-size SUV
AED 813+
Passenger van
AED 547+
Luxury
AED 1,018+
Premium SUV
AED 882+
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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Colombo large 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:
Here are the best Colombo luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Mazda Mazda3AED 129/day
4
M
A/C
Kia PegasAED 137/day
2
M
A/C
Geely EmgrandAED 157/day
4
M
A/C
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 AED 424. Data was last updated on 14 September 2025.
Mazda Mazda3AED 129/day
4
M
A/C
Kia PegasAED 137/day
2
M
A/C
Kia OptimaAED 153/day
5
M
A/C
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 86 days before pickup. The average price then is just AED 162/day – about 229% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Colombo?
In Colombo, the most affordable car hire company right now is SR RENT A CAR , offering prices from just AED 127.20/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sri Lanka Rent a Car, with rates starting at AED 131.64/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). Thrifty (rated 5.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Hertz
10.0
Thrifty
5.4
Sixt
1.9
Kings Rental Corfu
0.0
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 AED 154. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 246 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 AED 154. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging AED 246 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
AED 202
February
AED 184
March
AED 173
April
AED 169
May
AED 169
June
AED 162
July
AED 176
August
AED 180
September
AED 154
October
AED 162
November
AED 180
December
AED 246
What car do most people hire in Colombo?
Economy cars (Perodua Axia or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Colombo. Mini cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Toyota TownAce 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 14 September 2025.
Hertz
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
10.0
Thrifty
1 location
Sixt
1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
1.9
Comfort
1.9
Overall
1.9
Pick-up/drop-off
1.9
Value
1.9
Kings Rental Corfu
2 locations
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
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 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 247/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 135/day from Ace, booked on Sep. 7.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Colombo for a week from Ace?
Ace is one of the most popular car hire companies in Colombo, offering car hire for around AED 999 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Colombo?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Colombo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Colombo for a month?
Typically, a monthly car rental in Colombo can be found for AED 4,282. You can find car rental deals for AED 143 a day on average.
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 AED 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 October, it will cost approximately AED 140 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 14 September 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 (AED 43+).
Hybrid
AED 43+
Petrol/Diesel
AED 54+