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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus

Columbus, OH, United States
10 Dec — 17 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbus, OH, United States
Sun 10/12
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Sun 17/12
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Columbus car rentals in 2023

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 December 2023.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.53

Average price per day

$50

Cheapest price per day

$50

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Columbus?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Columbus and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 3 December 2023.

January

$91

February

$91

March

$93

April

$91

May

$95

June

$109

July

$109

August

$109

September

$98

October

$99

November

$99

December

$101

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Columbus

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Columbus to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 December 2023.

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 December 2023.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Columbus, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz in Columbus. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
197 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
108 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.4
Good
126 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.0

Dollar

7.0
Good
133 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Budget

6.4
Okay
175 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
74 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
52 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.1

Payless

6.0
Okay
34 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.6

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 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $80/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for $80/day from Dollar, booked on Jul. 28.

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Columbus?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Hertz (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Columbus.

What are petrol prices like in Columbus?

The average price of petrol in Columbus is $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Columbus, offering car hire for around $563 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Columbus for the best price?

Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 29% on a hire car in Columbus. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

Can I rent a car for a month in Columbus?

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

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Economy (Kia Rio) based on our Cheapflights data.

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