Columbus

Cheap Car Hire in Columbus from $72

Columbus, OH, United States
26 Mar — 2 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbus, OH, United States
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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 19 March 2024.

January

$76

February

$82

March

$88

April

$88

May

$91

June

$103

July

$103

August

$103

September

$94

October

$94

November

$92

December

$92

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.

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 19 March 2024.

There are currently 44 hire locations operating in Columbus spread across 12 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus is small car at $72 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for hire 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 19 March 2024.

Small cars

$58 - $185

All Car Types

$66 - $168

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $91/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$185/day). In fact, September is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a small car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Columbus small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$181/day). In fact, September is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a medium car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Columbus medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $85/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$193/day). In fact, August is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a large car saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Columbus large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $75/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$150/day). In fact, February is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a SUV saves you 29% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Columbus SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Accent Hatch$72/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai i30$75/day
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Hyundai i30
Toyota Auris$113/day
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Toyota Auris

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 19 March 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Columbus, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
197 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
109 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.1

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

7.1
Good
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Budget

6.3
Okay
179 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Avis

7.1
Good
53 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Thrifty

7.1
Good
74 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Payless

6.0
Okay
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.6

Best Columbus car hire deals found

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 $83. Data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on car hires in Columbus. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$72/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Corolla$73/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i30$75/day
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A/C
Hyundai i30

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 March 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Columbus?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.5 rating), Alamo (8.2 rating) and National (7.2 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 $1.47/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $66 and $95 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hiring a car in Columbus for a week can be a great option for travel. Avis, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $762/week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 35% on your car hire. For a below average price in Columbus, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Columbus for a month is certainly possible.

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

    Car hire prices in Columbus are typically $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in April to be on average $0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Van hires in Columbus

Find van hire deals in Columbus from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Columbus cost an average of $122 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van hires in the Columbus area at the moment. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota HiAce$92/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$92/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$94/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car hires by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 19 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($55+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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