Columbus

Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus

Columbus, OH, United States
5 Apr — 12 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbus, OH, United States
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Columbus car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Columbus. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.34

Average price per day

S$ 78

Cheapest price per day

S$ 78

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 29 March 2024.

January

S$ 67

February

S$ 72

March

S$ 78

April

S$ 78

May

S$ 80

June

S$ 91

July

S$ 91

August

S$ 91

September

S$ 83

October

S$ 83

November

S$ 82

December

S$ 80

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 rental in Columbus

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 29 March 2024.

Small cars

S$ 54 - S$ 126

All Car Types

S$ 54 - S$ 159

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 41/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~S$ 54/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 126/day). In fact, January is about 28% 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 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 rental agencies in Columbus

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Columbus known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Columbus. Reviews were last updated on 29 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Columbus area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Columbus, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz.

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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 78/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 78/day from Budget, booked on Jun. 28.

  • 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 (7.5 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 S$ 1.34/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 60 and S$ 87 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 S$ 548/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Columbus.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) in Columbus, making it the most popular option.

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