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Cheap Car Hire in Columbus from £23
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 30/8 and drop-off date of 29/9. 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 2025
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 15 August 2025.
Most popular company | TURO |
|---|---|
Price of gas per litre | £0.69 |
Average price per day | £29 |
Cheapest price per day | £23 |
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 15 August 2025.
At £23/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 7 offered car types:
Economy
£32+
Compact
£23+
Intermediate
£28+
Standard
£28+
Full-size
£28+
People carrier
£48+
Full-size SUV
£46+
Premium
£38+
Compare car hire deals in Columbus by type
Here are the best Columbus small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Columbus medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Columbus large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Columbus SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Columbus luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volvo V40£23/day
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Kia Rio£32/day
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Best car hire deals found in Columbus
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 £38. Data was last updated on 15 August 2025.
Volvo V40£23/day
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Opel Insignia£28/day
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Nissan Sentra£28/day
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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 34% 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 £21.14/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £26.95/day.
What is the best car rental company in Columbus?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Columbus is Budget (rated 6.2/10 with 102 reviews). Avis (rated 7.0/10 with 34 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 £50. 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
£39
May
£43
June
£48
July
£50
August
£47
September
£47
October
£46
November
£45
December
£45
Which car hire company has the most locations in Columbus?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 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 15 August 2025.
Budget
102 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.7
Overall
6.2
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
6.1
Avis
34 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
8.2
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.7
Value
6.9
Payless
36 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
7.2
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
6.4
National
8 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Overall
9.5
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
22 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Overall
8.2
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
7.9
Alamo
16 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.7
Hertz
21 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
7.1
Thrifty
10 reviews•4 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.3
Value
6.8
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £29/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for £21/day from Turo, booked on Aug. 10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Turo?
Turo is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about £205 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.
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 £879. You can find car hire deals to be on average £29 a day.
How much is a car hire in Columbus for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Columbus are typically £0 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 £0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in September to be on average £61 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Columbus
Browse car hires by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 15 August 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£37+).
Electric
£43+
Hybrid
£37+