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Cheap Car Hire in Columbus from £20

Columbus, OH, United States
10 Dec — 17 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbus, OH, United States
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Columbus car hires in 2023

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 3 December 2023.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of gas per litre

£0.75

Average price per day

£42

Cheapest price per day

£34

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 3 December 2023.

January

£44

February

£44

March

£45

April

£44

May

£46

June

£53

July

£53

August

£53

September

£47

October

£48

November

£49

December

£49

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.

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 3 December 2023.

At £20/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, 44 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

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 3 December 2023.

Small cars

£28 - £61

All Car Types

£41 - £64

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of £43/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~£61/day). In fact, February is about 37% 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 12% 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 £47/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£62/day). In fact, February is about 42% 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 £50/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~£21/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~£76/day). In fact, January is about 58% 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 0% 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 £52/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~£75/day). In fact, February is about 41% 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 is 4% 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 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 £40/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Columbus, the United States (~£31/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£76/day). In fact, June is about 25% 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 18% 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:

Volkswagen Polo£20/day
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Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Golf£20/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Hyundai i10£25/day
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Hyundai i10

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 3 December 2023.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Columbus, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
197 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.4

Alamo

8.3
Very Good
108 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.2

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

7.0
Good
133 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.8

Budget

6.4
Okay
175 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Thrifty

7.2
Good
74 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Avis

7.0
Good
52 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

7.1

Payless

6.0
Okay
34 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.6

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 £30. Data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
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.

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 December 2023.

What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £33/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for £27/day from Avis, booked on Nov. 26.

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: Avis (£20/day), Budget (£25/day), and Alamo (£32/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Columbus?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4 rating), Alamo (8.3 rating) and Hertz (7.3 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 £0.75/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £34 and £49 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

Dollar is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about £208 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 29% 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 £891. You can find car hire deals to be on average £30 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 Economy to save money on your trip to £0. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in January to be on average £70 per day.

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Intermediate (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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