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Cheap Car Hire in Columbia, Missouri

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Columbia, MO 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 21 January 2025.

January

$83

February

$81

March

$100

April

$104

May

$120

June

$134

July

$139

August

$116

September

$107

October

$102

November

$112

December

$110

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbia is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Top hire agencies in Columbia, MO

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Columbia, MO known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Columbia, MO. Reviews were last updated on 21 January 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Columbia area such as Alamo, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Avis

7.7
Good
4 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1
Good
12 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

National

6.7
Okay
5 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Hertz

6.0
Okay
8 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.0
Okay
2 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Easirent

1 location
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Resla

3 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbia, MO, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 January 2025.

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Avis (7.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Columbia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Columbia?

    The average price of petrol in Columbia is $1.44/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $65 and $94 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 68% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 68 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Columbia.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Columbia check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbia?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbia is Standard (Nissan Rogue) based on our Cheapflights data.

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