What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $104/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for $89/day from National, booked on Aug. 29.

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

Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Columbus, offering car hire for around $781 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 $3,345. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Columbus car rentals in 2026

Most popular company	ALAMO
Price of petrol per litre	$1.99
Average price per day	$104
Cheapest price per day	$89

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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 $95, which is about 44% 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 7.0/10 with 31 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 85 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Payless

6.0

National

10.0

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 $90 per day. In contrast, June is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $136. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$90

February

$95

March

$107

April

$105

May

$124

June

$136

July

$132

August

$114

September

$108

October

$110

November

$107

December

$102

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

Passenger van cars (Chevrolet Express, for example) are the most popular in Columbus. SUV (Chevrolet Equinox) and Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) 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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Avis

7.0

Good

31 reviews•8 locations

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Budget

6.5

Okay

85 reviews•8 locations

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8.0

Very Good|Jul 2024

I had reserved a Tahoe or similar and was first given a Ford Explorer which would not be large enough cargo space. Then I was offered a mini van, same, not enough cargo space. Finally was given an Expedition, which was perfect. Once home I noticed that the heat shield was hanging loose so back I went to the airport. The mechanical staff fixed it without incident. The rest of the trip was great.

2.0

Poor|Dec 2023

$100 a day is terrible, when I could of gotten 2 days for $5 more from them...crazy! When I picked up my rental, the car was just driving up and the lady got out of the vehicle not really saying anything. I had to ask if the keys were in it. There was no walk around with anyone, which is concerning because there is a lot of damage to the exterior of the vehicle. I took 10 pictures of damaged areas, then noticed the following more that I couldn't see in the dim area plus the car being wet. The car had at least one low tire and needed service, according to the dash. How is that missed when it was just dropped off for me? Does that even matter? I would think that a rental should not be due for a service as soon as you get it, plus not have a low tire. I used Budget as a last resort at the Columbus airport. It was cheapest, not sure how, and had availability.

2.0

Poor|Dec 2023

I got there and couldn't get the car . The supervisor would except my purchasers ID card. I tried it myself and he refused to accept me.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

First told there were no cars available even with reservation then after 2 hour wait The car has a rear tire pressure low and noticed a nail Also charged for the collision policy with out my confirmation I have visa signature card which gives me collision policy also my insurance has coverage for collision basically charged me with out my approval Very poor experience

8.0

Very Good|Jul 2023

The interior had been cleaned but the fabric on the seats had a lot of stains. The car drove good. Both the front and rear bumper covers had obviously been re-attached at some point because you could see the seams. The rear driver's side bumper cover would become loose and flap in the wind when you got up to highway speeds. The brakes started grinding at the end of the trip.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Great experience, friendly staff.

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Payless

6.0

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32 reviews•1 location

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National

10.0

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5 reviews•1 location

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Dollar

9.2

Wonderful

2 reviews•5 locations

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4

Very Good

19 reviews•15 locations

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Alamo

8.2

Very Good

7 reviews•1 location

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Thrifty

7.5

Good

3 reviews•5 locations

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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $104/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for $89/day from National, booked on Aug. 29.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Columbus, offering car hire for around $781 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 $3,345. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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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 $95, which is about 44% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 7.0/10 with 31 reviews). Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 85 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

Passenger van cars (Chevrolet Express, for example) are the most popular in Columbus. SUV (Chevrolet Equinox) and Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car) 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.

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 2 September 2026.

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