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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus from $142

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Columbus with a pick-up date of 4/9 and drop-off date of 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Columbus car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Columbus. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 July 2026.

Most popular company

NATIONAL

Price of petrol per litre

$1.99

Average price per day

$96

Cheapest price per day

$142
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Popular car types in Columbus

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Columbus and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 3 July 2026.
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At $142/day, large car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Columbus in the past week. Out of 12 car hire agencies operating in Columbus, there are, in total, 59 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

$146+

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Compact

Compact

$146+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

$146+

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Full-size

Full-size

$142+

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SUV

SUV

$184+

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People mover

People mover

$218+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

$147+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

$399+

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Best car rental deals found in Columbus

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Columbus. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Columbus with an average daily rate of $192. Data was last updated on 3 July 2026.
Volkswagen Passat$142/day
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Mazda Mazda3$146/day
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Mazda Mazda3
Found 07/01/26
Suzuki Swift$146/day
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Suzuki Swift
Found 07/01/26

Cheapflights insights for Columbus car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Columbus, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Columbus?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Columbus, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $98, which is about 52% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Columbus?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Columbus is Avis (rated 7.2/10 with 34 reviews). Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 90 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
7.2
Budget
Budget
6.4
Payless
Payless
5.9
National
National
9.5

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus?

Planning to hire a car in Columbus? January is the cheapest month, costing about $93 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $135. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$93

February

$98

March

$111

April

$109

May

$128

June

$135

July

$123

August

$118

September

$114

October

$114

November

$111

December

$105

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

SUV cars (GMC Yukon, for example) are the most popular in Columbus. Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu) and Premium (BMW X5) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Columbus.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Columbus?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Columbus at 3.

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Top rental agencies in Columbus

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Columbus known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Columbus. Reviews were last updated on 3 July 2026.

Avis

7.2
Good
34 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Budget

6.4
Okay
90 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Payless

5.9
Fair
35 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.6

National

9.5
Wonderful
7 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.3

Dollar

8.6
Very Good
3 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
19 reviews•15 locations
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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.5

Thrifty

7.5
Good
3 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.3

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $96/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for $83/day from National, booked on Jun. 27.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from National?

    National is one of the most popular car hire companies in Columbus, offering car hire for around $674 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Columbus?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Columbus.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a month?

    The average cost of a car rental in Columbus for a month is $2,888. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

  • How much is a car hire in Columbus for a weekend?

    For a weekend car hire in Columbus, you can expect the average price to be around $0. Usually a Full-size hire in Columbus 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 Full-size for August, it will cost approximately $0 per day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 3 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($73+).

Electric

Electric

$73+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

$90+

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