Car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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Cheap car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport
| Economy | $52/day |
| Compact | $51/day |
| Standard | $76/day |
| Full-size SUV | $184/day |
| Mini | $72/day |
| Premium | $331/day |
| Passenger van | $111/day |
| Luxury | $238/day |
| Premium SUV | $191/day |
| Compact SUV | $141/day |
| Standard SUV | $146/day |
Top tips for hiring a car at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport
- Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB), also known as simply Bandaranaike International Airport is the main airport in Sri Lanka. The airport is situated 22 miles from the centre of the capital city, Colombo. This airport is the only international airport in Sri Lanka, which also makes it the busiest, as it supplies all the international flights that come into the country.
- The airport is located right next to the AB9 motorway and leads straight to the A3, which is one of the main motorways in Sri Lanka. The A3 southbound will take you to the capital city while taking the route northbound will take you to the top of the country. Car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is a great way to see the whole country at your leisure.
- As the airport is very busy all year round, it is best to book in advance to get a better deal and have a wider choice of rental cars to choose from. When you arrive at the airport you can find most of the car rental desks in the Arrivals Terminal by the information desks. If your hire car company does not have a desk in the terminal there will be a shuttle for you to take to them.
- Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport car hire comes with different fuel options. You can either get your car filled up or half filled up. The fuel that you have when you pick up the car must be the same amount when you bring it back. If you go for the half-filled option, there is a petrol station around 5min away from the airport.
- 25% of our users found a car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport for $58 or less
- Book your car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport at least 5 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport
What type of hire cars are available at the airport?
Car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport offers a large variety of vehicles to choose from. If you are looking for a small budget car you will want to look at the compact, mini, or economy ranges. This would best suit a single traveller or a couple with a standard amount of luggage. A car hire at the airport also has a selection of cars for a family. A family will want to look at the full-size, intermediate, standard or SUV ranges to find their perfect rental car. If you are coming with a large family or group of friends, there is also the option to hire a minivan or oversized car. The airport also has a range of luxury and premium cars available.
What amenities are available at the airport's car hire facilities?
Many of the car hire desks at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport are located in the main terminal building, so you will have access to all the amenities that the airport offers. As the airport is a large international airport there is a large variety of amenities at your disposal. There are multiple restaurants, shops, banks, ATMs, and luxury lounges within the airport.
What do I need to hire a car at the airport?
To hire a car at the airport you will need your passport, driver’s licence, and credit card. It is important to know that the minimum age for someone to hire a car is 23 and young driver fees will apply. When it comes to your driver’s licence, depending on the country that you originate from, an international driver’s licence may be required. It is best to speak to your car hire company before you arrive if you are unsure about your driving licence.
Can I have an additional driver when hiring a car from the airport?
Yes, it is possible to have an additional driver. It is best to check which car hire companies have the best price for the additional driver or if they have a single rate for two drivers.
How much does it cost to hire a car at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport?
On average a car hire at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport costs $66 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at SR RENT A CAR ($51/day).
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl airport to off-airport locations include Casons Rent A Car, Europcar, and Sixt.
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport car rental reviews and directory
Sixt
4.8
Mediocre
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
4.0
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4.8 Mediocre
Aug 2019
Cons:
Bad dont go for it they ment not to make me driving authorization to force me to driver and i will complain about that3.2 Poor
Apr 2019
Cons:
Make sure if customer paid for a car with air conditioning you should provide that. We had to suffer without AC. Very very unfair.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
Pros:
Very friendly and helpful staff. We extended our rental and the process was very easy.Cons:
Everything was goodBudget
6.3
Okay
No reviews available
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keddy by Europcar
6.2
Okay
No reviews available
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GREEN MOTION
4.2
Mediocre
No reviews available
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Casons Rent A Car
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Europcar
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Kings Rental Corfu
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Shouqi
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SR RENT A CAR
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Sri Lanka Rent a Car
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Car rental locations at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
Good to know
Most popular agency | SR RENT A CAR |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Compact |
Average price | $63/day |
Good deal | $55/day |