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Cheap Car Hire in Columbus from £41

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 Columbus with a pick-up date of 20/11 and drop-off date of 23/11. 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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Columbus car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Columbus. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 November 2024.

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per litre

£0.71

Average price per day

£39

Cheapest price per day

£41

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 6 November 2024.

January

£38

February

£41

March

£46

April

£48

May

£50

June

£54

July

£59

August

£51

September

£50

October

£48

November

£47

December

£46

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.

Popular car types in Columbus

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Columbus and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 November 2024.

At £41/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Columbus in the past week. Out of 12 car hire agencies operating in Columbus, there are, in total, 53 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Columbus

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 6 November 2024.

Small cars

£33 - £67

All Car Types

£39 - £65

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £43/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~£33/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£67/day). In fact, March is about 25% 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 14% 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 Columbus small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £48/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~£26/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£70/day). In fact, January is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a medium car saves you 4% 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 Columbus medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £65/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~£48/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£114/day). In fact, June is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a large car is 23% 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 Columbus large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £50/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~£38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£70/day). In fact, November is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a SUV saves you 0% 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 Columbus SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £45/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Columbus, the United States (~£30/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£114/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a luxury car saves you 10% 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 Columbus luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £49/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Columbus, the United States (~£56/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~£130/day). In fact, August is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Columbus. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Columbus, hiring a convertible saves you 2% 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.

Ford Fiesta£41/day
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Ford Fiesta
Kia Cee'd£42/day
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A/C
Kia Cee'd
Mini Hatch£46/day
4
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A/C
Mini Hatch

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 6 November 2024.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Columbus, including Budget, Hertz and Avis. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

6.2
Okay
101 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

8.3
Very Good
27 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

Alamo

7.6
Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.5

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

Best Columbus car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Columbus. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Columbus with an average daily rate of £49. Data was last updated on 6 November 2024.
Peruse the best Columbus car hire deals we've found. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Ford Fiesta£41/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Fiesta
Kia Cee'd£42/day
4
M
A/C
Kia Cee'd
Vauxhall Astra£43/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Astra

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for £29/day from Avis, booked on Nov. 3.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Columbus?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Columbus from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (£42/day), Avis (£46/day), and Turo (£47/day).

  • 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 (8.3 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 £0.71/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £32 and £46 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about £232 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 31% on your car hire. For a below average price in Columbus, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Columbus can be found for £994. You can find car hire deals to be on average £33 a day.

  • How much is a car hire in Columbus for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Columbus are typically £43 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to £43. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in December to be on average £0 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Luxury car hires in Columbus

Find luxury car hire deals in Columbus from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Columbus cost an average of £73 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 November 2024.
Reserve a luxury car hire in Columbus by selecting one of these great deals available. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car hire for you and your fellow passengers.
Audi A6£51/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A6
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£54/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class£54/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

People carrier hires in Columbus

Find people carrier hire deals in Columbus from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Columbus cost an average of £115 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 November 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on people carrier hires in Columbus. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Nissan Serena£56/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan Serena
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer£57/day
5
M
A/C
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
Ford Galaxy£61/day
5
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A/C
Ford Galaxy

Car hires by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car hires by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 6 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£52+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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