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Cheap Car Hire in Columbus

Columbus, OH, United States
15 May — 22 May
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 8 May 2024.

January

$76

February

$82

March

$91

April

$95

May

$92

June

$104

July

$104

August

$103

September

$94

October

$94

November

$92

December

$91

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 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 8 May 2024.

Small cars

$51 - $189

All Car Types

$73 - $159

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $77/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$189/day). In fact, March is about 34% 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 23% 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.

To hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $96/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 (~$292/day). In fact, September is about 42% 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 4% 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.

To hire a large car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $92/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$245/day). In fact, September is about 15% 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 8% 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.

To hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of $74/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 May (~$195/day). In fact, February is about 14% 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 25% 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.

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 8 May 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
110 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

8.2

Hertz

7.5
Good
126 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Dollar

7.0
Good
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.0

Budget

6.3
Okay
181 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Avis

7.1
Good
54 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Thrifty

7.0
Good
74 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

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

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 May 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 (8.3 rating) and National (7.7 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 $1.59/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $71 and $103 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 $910/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 29% 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

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

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