Car Rental in Colombo
Looking for car rental in Colombo? Jayasinghe Tours rents self-drive cars and provides cars with drivers for travellers staying in Colombo or starting a Sri Lanka road trip from the capital. Our base in Katunayake is about 35 km north of central Colombo, next to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Send us your Colombo hotel or address together with your dates, and we will confirm the best way to hand over or collect your vehicle.
Airport to Colombo
Most visitors reach Colombo from CMB in under an hour outside peak traffic, using the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway where tolls apply. We can meet you at the arrivals terminal at any time of day or night, and you can either start a self-drive rental or travel with a driver. See our airport car rental page for arrival details.
Self Drive or Driver in Colombo?
Colombo traffic can be heavy, and the urban speed limit is 50 km/h. Many visitors hire a car with a driver for city days and switch to self-drive for longer trips outside the capital, or use a driver for the whole stay. Both options are available, and we can combine them on request.
Day Trips and Tours From Colombo
Popular journeys from Colombo include the Colombo City Tour (half day, about 6 hours, 60 USD), the Galle Day Tour (110 USD), the Kandy Day Tour (110 USD) and the Sigiriya & Dambulla day tour (110 USD). See all day tours or browse multi-day tour packages.
Cars Available for Colombo Rentals
| Vehicle | Type | Daily rate |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Wagon R | Compact · 2-3 Passengers | $40 / Day |
| Toyota Axio | Sedan · Family Friendly | $55 / Day |
| Honda Vezel | Hybrid · Eco-Friendly | $65 / Day |
| Honda Fit Shuttle | Station Wagon Car Large Space of Boot | $50 / Day |
| Nissan NV200 Minivan | Minivan · Families & Small Groups | $65 / Day |
Daily rates include insurance and unlimited mileage. A refundable deposit of at least $300 USD applies to self-drive rentals.