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Cheap Car Hires in Downtown, Columbus

Driver's age: 26-65
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Downtown, Columbus car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 July 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$102

Cheapest price per day

$66

Cheapflights insights for Downtown car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Downtown, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just $83/day – about 33% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Downtown?

Looking to hire a car in Downtown? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $66.11/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $75.49/day.

What is the best car rental company in Downtown?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Downtown is Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 78 reviews). Payless (rated 5.8/10 with 36 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $80. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $115 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 Downtown, the best time to hire a car is in March, with an average daily rate of just $80. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $115 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

$81

February

$81

March

$80

April

$81

May

$86

June

$107

July

$115

August

$104

September

$104

October

$103

November

$100

December

$95

Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?

Both Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz have 6 locations in Downtown, more than any other car hire company in the area.

Top hire agencies in Downtown, Columbus

Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.

Budget

6.2
Okay
78 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Payless

5.8
Fair
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.4

National

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
18 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.1

Alamo

7.8
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.8

Hertz

7.5
Good
16 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Avis

7.0
Good
25 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.9

Thrifty

7.0
Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.8

Downtown Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month at Downtown.

  • What is the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Columbus?

    At an average cost of $104/day, the cheapest rental car in Downtown, Columbus is the Mitsubishi Mirage. Based on our data, it’s 20% cheaper to rent a Mitsubishi Mirage compared to other types of rental cars in the neighborhood.

  • How much is a rental car in Downtown, Columbus?

    In Downtown, Columbus, rental cars cost $104/day on average, and as low as $106 per day. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on when you book and what type of rental car you choose.

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