Colombo

Cheap Car Hire in Colombo from AED 120

Colombo, Sri Lanka
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fri 26/4
Noon
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Noon

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 19 April 2024.

Most popular company

SRRENTACAR

Price of petrol per litre

AED 5.40

Average price per day

AED 150

Cheapest price per day

AED 120

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 19 April 2024.

January

AED 176

February

AED 165

March

AED 157

April

AED 139

May

AED 135

June

AED 135

July

AED 161

August

AED 168

September

AED 124

October

AED 121

November

AED 143

December

AED 183

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Colombo is October. 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 19 April 2024.

In Colombo, there are 42 active hire locations from 10 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Colombo in the past week - currently priced from AED 120/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

AED 127+

Compact

Compact

AED 120+

Standard

Standard

AED 158+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 135+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 273+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 588+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 421+

Commercial

Commercial

AED 249+

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 19 April 2024.

Small cars

AED 100 - AED 179

All Car Types

AED 188 - AED 456

To rent a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka, you would pay an average price of AED 145/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 100/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 179/day). In fact, October is about 32% 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 51% 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 330/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 192/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 849/day). In fact, October is about 42% 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 12% 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 570/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 1,189/day). In fact, November is about 41% 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 49% 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 520/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 393/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 739/day). In fact, April is about 25% 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 44% 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 262/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a van in Colombo, Sri Lanka (~AED 271/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~AED 433/day). In fact, June is about 3% 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 11% 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:

Toyota YarisAED 120/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Ford FiestaAED 127/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota CorollaAED 151/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 19 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Colombo, including Hertz, Sixt and SR RENT A CAR . Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Colombo, including Hertz, Sixt and SR RENT A CAR .

Hertz

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

10.0

Sixt

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

2.4

Overall

2.9

Pick-up/drop-off

3.4

Value

2.4

SR RENT A CAR

22 locations

Casons Rent A Car

8 locations

keddy by Europcar

3 locations

Kings Rental Corfu

2 locations

Europcar

1 location

GREEN MOTION

1 location

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 268. Data was last updated on 19 April 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.
Toyota YarisAED 120/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Ford FiestaAED 127/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Toyota CorollaAED 151/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 19 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Colombo?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 150/day when booking a car hire in Colombo. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 114/day from Hertz, booked on Apr. 14.

  • 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: SR RENT A CAR (AED 120/day), Hertz (AED 332/day), and Sri Lanka Rent a Car (AED 421/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Colombo?

    The average price of petrol in Colombo is AED 5.40/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 243 and AED 351 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 1,050 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 44% in Colombo - we recommend booking at least 88days 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 4,498. You can find car rental deals for AED 150 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 May, it will cost approximately AED 217 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 206 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Kia PicantoAED 192/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 192/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia PicantoAED 192/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 852 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 April 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.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class WagonAED 588/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon
Audi A8AED 588/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A8
Lexus ESAED 588/day
5
4
M
A/C
Lexus ES

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 19 April 2024.

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 41+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 41+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 50+

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