What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?

At AED 95/day, the cheapest car rental price in Sri Lanka was found in Katunayake. On average, Katunayake has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 116/day), which is 35% below average price for cities in Sri Lanka.

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Cars in Sri Lanka are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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Sri Lanka car rentals in 2026

Most popular company	Xdrive Mobility
Most common car type	Mini
Average price per day	AED 163
Cheapest price per day	AED 87

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There are 29 hire agencies servicing Sri Lanka. These agencies, altogether, have 94 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Sri Lanka with prices from AED 87 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Sri Lanka:

Economy

AED 87+

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Compact

AED 87+

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Standard

AED 170+

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Full-size

AED 123+

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Full-size SUV

AED 396+

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Passenger van

AED 449+

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Luxury

AED 1,047+

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Premium SUV

AED 509+

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Skoda FabiaAED 87/day

BMW 3 SeriesAED 87/day

Hyundai SonataAED 123/day

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Sri Lanka?

To get the best deal on car hire in Sri Lanka, book about 42 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 140, which is about 236% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?

Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? CarWiz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 18.78/day. SR RENT A CAR also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 21.71/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is October, when you can expect to pay AED 118/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Sri Lanka is December (AED 209/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

AED 180

February

AED 176

March

AED 165

April

AED 147

May

AED 132

June

AED 125

July

AED 154

August

AED 154

September

AED 121

October

AED 118

November

AED 143

December

AED 209

What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Sri Lanka are the following: Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar).

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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?
At AED 95/day, the cheapest car rental price in Sri Lanka was found in Katunayake. On average, Katunayake has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 116/day), which is 35% below average price for cities in Sri Lanka.
What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?
Cars in Sri Lanka are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka

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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (AED 35+).

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Petrol/Diesel

AED 35+

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Popular car types in Sri Lanka

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Sri Lanka and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 9 November 2026.

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Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Sri Lanka. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Sri Lanka with an average daily rate of AED 321. Data was last updated on 9 November 2026.

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Sri Lanka?

To get the best deal on car hire in Sri Lanka, book about 42 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 140, which is about 236% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Sri Lanka?

Looking to hire a car in Sri Lanka? CarWiz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 18.78/day. SR RENT A CAR also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 21.71/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sri Lanka?

What car do most people hire in Sri Lanka?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Sri Lanka are the following: Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and SUV cars (Class Luxury SUV or similar).

Top rental agencies in Sri Lanka

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Sri Lanka known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Sri Lanka. Reviews were last updated on 9 November 2026.

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What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Sri Lanka?

What side of the road do you drive on in Sri Lanka?

Car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Sri Lanka. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Sri Lanka. Deals were last updated on 9 November 2026.

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