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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 18 November 2024.

January

$85

February

$92

March

$102

April

$107

May

$110

June

$120

July

$131

August

$114

September

$110

October

$107

November

$103

December

$102

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus 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 rental 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 18 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Columbus, including Budget, Hertz and Avis in Columbus. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Budget

6.3
Okay
100 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.1

Hertz

7.2
Good
33 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Avis

7.0
Good
34 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.9

Payless

5.9
Fair
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.5

National

8.5
Very Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
26 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.1

Alamo

7.5
Good
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.4

Dollar

7.0
Good
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Columbus?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and Alamo (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 $1.54/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is one of the most popular car hire companies in Columbus, offering car hire for around $646 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 31% on a hire car in Columbus. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • 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 most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra) based on our Cheapflights data.

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