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Cheap Car Rentals in Colombo from AED 96

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Colombo with a pick-up date of 2/10 and drop-off date of 1/11. 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 2024

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 25 July 2024.

Most popular company

SRRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 4.60

Average price per day

AED 166

Cheapest price per day

AED 96

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 25 July 2024.

January

AED 176

February

AED 165

March

AED 157

April

AED 143

May

AED 150

June

AED 143

July

AED 172

August

AED 172

September

AED 124

October

AED 124

November

AED 143

December

AED 183

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

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 25 July 2024.

In Colombo, there are 52 active hire locations from 11 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Colombo in the past week - currently priced from AED 96/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

AED 142+

Compact

Compact

AED 96+

Standard

Standard

AED 187+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 147+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 535+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 349+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 775+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 535+

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 25 July 2024.

Small cars

AED 105 - AED 170

All Car Types

AED 186 - AED 391

To rent a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 146/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 105/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 170/day). In fact, October is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Colombo, renting a small car saves you 49% 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. Here are the best Colombo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 338/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 187/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 849/day). In fact, October is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Colombo, renting a medium car is 17% 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. Here are the best Colombo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 525/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 338/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 1,190/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Colombo, renting a large car is 47% 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 rent a SUV in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 508/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 359/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 739/day). In fact, May is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Colombo, renting a SUV 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. Here are the best Colombo SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 271/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a van in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 274/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 433/day). In fact, August is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Colombo. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Colombo, renting a van saves you 5% 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. Here are the best Colombo van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan SunnyAED 96/day
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A/C
Nissan Sunny
Suzuki SwiftAED 142/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota CorollaAED 144/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 25 July 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Colombo, including Hertz, GREEN MOTION and Sixt. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Colombo, including Hertz, GREEN MOTION and Sixt.

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

GREEN MOTION

1 location

Sixt

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

2.9

Overall

1.9

Pick-up/drop-off

2.9

Value

2.9

SR RENT A CAR

22 locations

Sri Lanka Rent a Car

10 locations

Casons Rent A Car

8 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Kings

2 locations

Best Colombo car rental deals found

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 333. Data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Colombo. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Nissan SunnyAED 96/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Suzuki SwiftAED 142/day
2
M
A/C
Suzuki Swift
Toyota CorollaAED 144/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Colombo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 July 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 166/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 104/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Jul. 21.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Colombo?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Colombo from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (AED 96/day), SR RENT A CAR (AED 142/day), and Sri Lanka Rent a Car (AED 209/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Colombo?

    The average price of petrol in Colombo is AED 4.60/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 207 and AED 298 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Colombo for a week from SR RENT A CAR ?

    SR RENT A CAR is one of the most popular car hire companies in Colombo, offering car hire for around AED 1,233 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 52% in Colombo - we recommend booking at least 70days in advance.

  • 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 5,285. You can find car rental deals for AED 176 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 August, it will cost approximately AED 240 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Colombo?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Perodua Axia) in Colombo, making it the most popular option.

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Small car rentals in Colombo

Find small car rental deals in Colombo from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Colombo cost an average of AED 181 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Kia PicantoAED 134/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 136/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 137/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 AED 1,365 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Browse through some of the best options we've found for luxury car rentals in Colombo. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Lexus ESAED 791/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES
BMW X5AED 791/day
5
4
M
A/C
BMW X5
Audi A8AED 809/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A8

Car rentals by fuel type in Colombo

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Colombo. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Colombo. Deals were last updated on 25 July 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Colombo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 37+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 39+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 37+

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