What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ohio?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Ohio from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($71/day), Dollar ($80/day), and Turo ($102/day).

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Ohio.

What are petrol prices like in Ohio?

The average price of petrol in Ohio is $1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Ohio, offering car hire for around $840 per week on average.

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

Generally, for a better deal in Ohio it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 35%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Ohio?

Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Ohio.

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Ohio car hires in 2024

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

January

$71

February

$73

March

$87

April

$95

May

$93

June

$112

July

$123

August

$103

September

$90

October

$88

November

$80

December

$79

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Ohio 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.

Popular car types in Ohio

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At $68/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Ohio in the past week. Out of 330 car hire agencies operating in Ohio, there are, in total, 17,154 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

$68+

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Compact

$112+

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Intermediate

$71+

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Standard

$80+

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Full-size

$102+

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People mover

$102+

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Full-size SUV

$130+

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Premium

$187+

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Passenger van

$119+

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Luxury

$189+

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Supplier choice

$73+

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Compact SUV

$77+

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Intermediate SUV

$110+

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Standard SUV

$116+

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	Small cars	$56 - $265
	All Car Types	$56 - $225

To hire a small car in Ohio, you would pay an average price of $117/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Ohio (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$265/day). In fact, January is about 53% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Ohio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ohio, hiring a small car is 2% more expensive. 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 Ohio small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Ohio, you would pay an average price of $93/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Ohio (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$182/day). In fact, November is about 42% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Ohio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ohio, 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 Ohio medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Ohio, you would pay an average price of $118/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Ohio (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$250/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Ohio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ohio, hiring a large car is 2% more expensive. 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 Ohio large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Ohio, you would pay an average price of $86/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Ohio (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~$223/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Ohio. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Ohio, hiring a SUV saves you 26% 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 Ohio SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$68/day

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Mitsubishi Mirage$80/day

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Toyota Corolla$112/day

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Top hire agencies in Ohio

Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Ohio, including pickup locations serving Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7

Good

108 reviews•48 locations

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Hertz

6.7

Okay

193 reviews•29 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sept 2023

Reserved a small 34$/day car from pickup in downtown Cleveland. Had to Uber there to have them tell me all they had were Escalades for 150$/day. Then I had to Uber home with no time to go to another location to pick up a different car. Waste of time, terrible service once I got to the location. Will never go through Hertz.

2.0

Poor|July 2023

We had a family emergency and booked a rental to drive out of state. I called Hertz the morning of our pick up date and told them we booked for a noon pick up, but may not be there until around 4:30 or so. The agent said that was fine, my rental could be picked up anytime within the day of my booking. Due to the chaos that typically comes with emergent and last minute plans such as this, we didn’t get to the airport to pick up until 5:20-5:30. The desk was closed and literally no one was there to give us our rental. Due to it being so late in the day, there was literally no one anywhere within a two-hour drive that we could golfing who could help us after that. We ended up with no rental whatsoever and totally screwed.

6.0

Okay|July 2023

when I picked up the Tesla, it only had 150 miles on it when we signed up for it it said it could go up to 280. I was planning on going to see the art exhibit which was an hour away, and the creation museum. when I returned the car, they didn’t really give me instructions. They said it was due the next day but the ticket I had said it was due back at 7 PM. There were not a lot of charging stations either. I wish it would’ve been fully charged when I left. Made the trip a little bit more stressful trying to figure out where I could charge it and get it back in time.

2.0

Poor|July 2023

Hertz was closed when we arrived at our scheduled pickup time.

4.0

Mediocre|Mar 2023

The car wasn’t serviced before I picked it up. Halfway through our long road trip the car needed an oil change. The windshield wipers didn’t work. The windshield wiper fluid was empty. And it seemed to need new tires. The car was clean and we did get an upgrade at no additional charge but I was disappointed thinking we wouldn’t make it back home with all the issues we had.

8.0

Very Good|Mar 2023

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1 out of 65

Hertz Locations in Ohio

Budget

6.3

Okay

274 reviews•21 locations

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6.0

Okay|July 2024

The check in for this rental was abysmal. Disinterested workers, long line. Took over an hour to get our car. The two girls working the desk were the worst two employees I have ever experienced. They reflect poorly on the management of Budget in the Cleveland Hopkins operation.

8.0

Very Good|July 2024

I had reserved a Tahoe or similar and was first given a Ford Explorer which would not be large enough cargo space. Then I was offered a mini van, same, not enough cargo space. Finally was given an Expedition, which was perfect. Once home I noticed that the heat shield was hanging loose so back I went to the airport. The mechanical staff fixed it without incident. The rest of the trip was great.

2.0

Poor|Dec 2023

$100 a day is terrible, when I could of gotten 2 days for $5 more from them...crazy! When I picked up my rental, the car was just driving up and the lady got out of the vehicle not really saying anything. I had to ask if the keys were in it. There was no walk around with anyone, which is concerning because there is a lot of damage to the exterior of the vehicle. I took 10 pictures of damaged areas, then noticed the following more that I couldn't see in the dim area plus the car being wet. The car had at least one low tire and needed service, according to the dash. How is that missed when it was just dropped off for me? Does that even matter? I would think that a rental should not be due for a service as soon as you get it, plus not have a low tire. I used Budget as a last resort at the Columbus airport. It was cheapest, not sure how, and had availability.

2.0

Poor|Dec 2023

I got there and couldn't get the car . The supervisor would except my purchasers ID card. I tried it myself and he refused to accept me.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

there were no cars available. went to agency and could not rent a car.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

So glad to have a Prius, thank you!

1 out of 92

Budget Locations in Ohio

Alamo

8.5

Very Good

41 reviews•2 locations

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Dollar

6.8

Okay

41 reviews•12 locations

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Dollar Locations in Ohio

Thrifty

6.8

Okay

52 reviews•12 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|July 2024

Drop off signage could be better. Drove past the sign had to turn around and other rental car lot to get back to thrifty. Was not aware that car I chose was so low to get into. Would have liked more information about in and out of vehicle.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I ordered a rental online with my bank card and paid as well online. Arrived at the airport to get the car and was told I cannot get the car I don’t qualify cause I didn’t have a major credit card. Thrifty didn’t want to refund my money just kept telling ME sorry you couldn’t get the car c we understand.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

Car rental counter person was amazing. I did not catch her name but she has a heart tattoo on her throat. There was a short wait for a car so she upgraded me. Thank you!!!

8.0

Very Good|July 2022

Great service, nice location. The car had Steering drift to the left, and I could never get the cruise control to work. Bluetooth to the phone was inconsistent; sometimes it worked, other times it didn’t. Not major issues but the steering issue could have been a safety issue.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

Rocky at pick up was very friendly and professional.

1 out of 18

Thrifty Locations in Ohio

Avis

6.6

Okay

81 reviews•20 locations

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8.0

Very Good|Sept 2023

It was good experience and quick pick up and drop off. The only thing is the first car assign to us had flat tire but quickly switched it to a different one.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Said I had a car but there were none.

10.0

Wonderful|July 2023

It was great, the staff was pleasant and helpful

6.0

Okay|July 2023

Long line at checkin and very few cars. Mostly vans and trucks. Car was dirty and had greasy stains on all the touch points. That said, everyone I dealt with was friendly. Drop off in Pittsburgh was great.

2.0

Poor|July 2023

Huge lines at the counter. The car was rented to me dirty and without a full tank of gas. When I called customer service I was put on hold and ultimately hung up on. I gave the car back and am still fighting the charges. Awful experience.

2.0

Poor|July 2023

Very poor customer service. I reserved a pickup truck and was given a small SUV when there were many trucks in the lot. The staff member did not greet or communicate verbally with me during the interaction. More than a little off putting but I didn't complain. My reservation had been made months ahead of time so when I realized I had been given the wrong vehicle, I went back to the staff member who then gave me keys to one of the many trucks, though again, this was done without her saying a word. All I did was walk up and say 'hello' in a friendly manner. Not at all a good experience. I feel like if she saw my reservation and didn't want to give me a truck before I went out in the pouring rain to find an SUV, then she should have mentioned it?

1 out of 27

Avis Locations in Ohio

Payless

5.8

Fair

38 reviews•1 location

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6.0

Okay|Aug 2022

The first car I was assigned was not in the spot. Waited in line again at the counter in the parking lot, and was told to go back downstairs. Had to wait in line yet again to get reassigned. Overall, the process took over an hour, with the initial line only having 4 people in front of me, then 2 at the parking lot kiosk, and then waiting for almost 35 minutes to go through the like downstairs again. Very poor communication from the workers, and none seemed to want to deal with people, and not a single apology for the mistake, just a glare and a piece of paper shoved back at me.

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

It was a SCAM I WILL TELL EVERYONE NOT TO EVER USE THIS COMPANY

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2021

Excellent reception and service.

1 out of 13

Best Ohio car hire deals found

We've found these great deals on car hires in Ohio, including options within the Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.

Kia Picanto$68/day

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Hyundai i30$71/day

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Kia Stonic$77/day

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Car hire FAQs

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ohio?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Ohio from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($71/day), Dollar ($80/day), and Turo ($102/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Ohio?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Ohio.
What are petrol prices like in Ohio?
The average price of petrol in Ohio is $1.43/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $93 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Ohio for a week from Avis?
Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Ohio, offering car hire for around $840 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Ohio for the best price?
Generally, for a better deal in Ohio it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 35%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.
Can I rent a car for a month in Ohio?
Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Ohio.

Luxury car hires in Ohio

An assortment of some of the best deals we've found on luxury car hires in Ohio, including options close to Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class$97/day

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class$115/day

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class$118/day

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Car hires by fuel type in Ohio

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$62+

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Ohio car hires in 2024

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Ohio 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 December 2024.

Popular car types in Ohio

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Ohio and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 December 2024.

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Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Ohio 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 December 2024.

Top hire agencies in Ohio

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ohio known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ohio. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.

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Best Ohio car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Ohio. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Ohio with an average daily rate of $135. Data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

We've found these great deals on car hires in Ohio, including options within the Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati area. Come back soon if you don't find what you're looking for as deals are updated often.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ohio, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Ohio?

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

What are petrol prices like in Ohio?

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

Can I rent a car for a month in Ohio?

Luxury car hires in Ohio

Find luxury car hire deals in Ohio from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Ohio cost an average of $159 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2024.

An assortment of some of the best deals we've found on luxury car hires in Ohio, including options close to Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.

Car hires by fuel type in Ohio

Browse car hires by fuel type in Ohio. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Ohio. Deals were last updated on 19 December 2024.

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