Columbus

Cheap Car Hire in Columbus

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Cheapflights insights for Columbus car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Columbus, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Columbus?

To get the best deal on car hire in Columbus, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £39, which is about 36% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Columbus?

Looking to hire a car in Columbus? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £31.37/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £41.57/day.

What is the best car rental company in Columbus?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Columbus is Avis (rated 7.1/10 with 35 reviews). Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 99 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus?

Planning to hire a car in Columbus? January is the cheapest month, costing about £38 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £51. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

£38

February

£38

March

£38

April

£40

May

£43

June

£48

July

£51

August

£50

September

£48

October

£48

November

£47

December

£45

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Columbus are the following: Premium cars (Dodge Durango or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and SUV cars (Hyundai Venue or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Columbus?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Columbus at 10.

Top hire 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 19 January 2026.

Avis

7.1
Good
35 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Budget

6.4
Okay
99 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Payless

5.9
Fair
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.5

National

9.5
Wonderful
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
19 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.5
Good
18 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Alamo

7.5
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.9

Thrifty

7.4
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about £236 per week on average.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Columbus it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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