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Car Hire &  Colombo Airport Mini Guide

Colombo Airport otherwise known as Bandaranaike Airport is the island’s main international airport and its national carrier Sri Lankan Airlines has a daily flight from London Heathrow.  Colombo Airport serves as the starting point for many travelers exploring the beauty and cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. From the bustling capital city of Colombo with its vibrant markets and historical sites to the ancient cities of Sigiriya and Anuradhapura, and the serene beaches of the south, the airport provides convenient access to the diverse attractions the country has to offer.  Located in Katunayake, approximately 35 kilometers north of the capital city of Colombo, the airport serves as a major hub for air travel in the country.

 Those who have driven in Sri Lanka before, or are experienced drivers, should be able to handle the roads of Colombo. Traffic may be heavy and an array of vehicles through the city can add to the challenge. But this is mostly concentrated within urban areas. Don't forget you'll need to use your horn if you want other drivers to acknowledge your presence and, as a friendly reminder, it's important to keep in mind that in Sri Lanka cars must stay on the left side of road just like driving in the UK or Australia.

The airport is 22 miles from the city and in bad weather, such as in the monsoon season, many flights arriving at night recommend that the passengers stay overnight in the nearest city, Negombo. 

Current Rental Rates at Colombo Airport

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 35.62 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 249.36 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Mazda Demio

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 35.62 EUR/day
Mazda Demio

7 Days rental at 249.36 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mazda Demio

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 35.62 EUR/day
Mazda Demio

7 Days rental at 249.36 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Suzuki Swift

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 35.62 EUR/day
Suzuki Swift

7 Days rental at 249.36 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Nissan March

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 39.05 EUR/day
Nissan March

7 Days rental at 273.36 EUR from 23/10/2023

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mazda 3

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 39.43 EUR/day
Mazda 3

7 Days rental at 276.03 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Nissan Sunny

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 39.43 EUR/day
Nissan Sunny

7 Days rental at 276.03 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Sunny

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 39.43 EUR/day
Nissan Sunny

7 Days rental at 276.03 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Sunny

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 39.43 EUR/day
Nissan Sunny

7 Days rental at 276.03 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Prius Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.91 EUR/day
Toyota Prius Hybrid

7 Days rental at 349.37 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Axio Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.91 EUR/day
Toyota Axio Hybrid

7 Days rental at 349.37 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Prius Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.91 EUR/day
Toyota Prius Hybrid

7 Days rental at 349.37 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Axio Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 49.91 EUR/day
Toyota Axio Hybrid

7 Days rental at 349.37 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Prius Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 63.91 EUR/day
Toyota Prius Hybrid

7 Days rental at 447.38 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 92.66 EUR/day
Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

7 Days rental at 648.67 EUR from 23/10/2023

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Useful to know about Colombo Airport

  • The airport is named Bandaranaike Airport after the former prime minister.
  • It’s located 22m north of the city.
  • The airport opened as an RAF base in 1944.
  • Work will begin soon on a second runway long enough for the Airbus A380.
  • Seven million passengers passed through the airport last year.

 

Popular car hire destinations in Colombo Airport

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Colombo Airport car hire information

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  • € 249.34
    Average price:
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  • € 35.62
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    Most Popular Type:
    Intermediate
  • 4
    Most popular model:
    Nissan Sunny
  • 44
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day for car hire at Colombo Airport

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February€ 73
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February€ 54
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April€ 40
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July€ 44
August€ 46
September€ 35
October€ 37
November€ 30
December€ 76
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February€ 133
March€ 132
April€ 116
May€ 122
June€ 114
July€ 127
August€ 121
September€ 121
October€ 116
November€ 126
December€ 138
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February€ 99
March€ 93
April€ 78
May€ 81
June€ 81
July€ 93
August€ 91
September€ 82
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November€ 81
December€ 106
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February€ 167
March€ 169
April€ 137
May€ 138
June€ 140
July€ 153
August€ 155
September€ 147
October€ 147
November€ 107
December€ 189
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April€ 42
May€ 44
June€ 43
July€ 45
August€ 45
September€ 42
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November€ 39
December€ 66
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January€ 156
February€ 145
March€ 146
April€ 120
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July€ 127
August€ 137
September€ 127
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November€ 102
December€ 159
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January€ 168
February€ 161
March€ 158
April€ 148
May€ 161
June€ 149
July€ 150
August€ 151
September€ 160
October€ 141
November€ 151
December€ 172

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