Columbus car hires in 2025
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 4 September 2025.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $1.43 |
Average price per day | $82 |
Cheapest price per day | $66 |
Cheapflights insights for Columbus car hires
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 car hire in Columbus, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $81, which is about 36% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Columbus?
Budget is currently the cheapest car hire company in Columbus with deals as low as $66.37/day found in the past two weeks. Avis is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $77.73/day.
What is the best car rental company in Columbus?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Columbus is Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 102 reviews). Avis (rated 7.0/10 with 34 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus?
At Columbus, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $78. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Columbus, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $78. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$78
February
$78
March
$80
April
$81
May
$89
June
$100
July
$104
August
$101
September
$98
October
$96
November
$93
December
$93
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. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Columbus at 10.
Top hire 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 4 September 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 September 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $82/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for $66/day from Budget, booked on Aug. 31.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Budget?
Hiring a car in Columbus for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $515/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Columbus?
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Columbus for a month is certainly possible.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental in Columbus can be found for about $2,208, with the average price for a rental being around $74 a day. Book with Budget, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 13% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Columbus.