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Cheap Car Hire in Columbia, Missouri from $140

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Columbia with a pick-up date of 23/3 and drop-off date of 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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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 February 2025.

January

$78

February

$78

March

$101

April

$101

May

$112

June

$131

July

$136

August

$114

September

$105

October

$100

November

$109

December

$108

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbia is January. 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 February 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 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.0

Avis

7.7
Good
4 reviews1 location
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 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

National

6.7
Okay
5 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.7

Hertz

6.0
Okay
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Budget

6.0
Okay
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Easirent

1 location

Resla

3 locations

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 February 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 $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 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 (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car hires in Columbia, MO

Find luxury car hire deals in Columbia, MO from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Columbia, MO cost an average of $140 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Reserve a luxury car hire in Columbia by selecting one of these great deals available. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car hire needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$140/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car hires by fuel type in Columbia, MO

Browse car hires by fuel type in Columbia, MO. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbia, MO. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Columbia, MO. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($90+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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