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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus from ₹ 4,733

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 17/1 and drop-off date of 19/1. 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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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 17 December 2024.

January

₹ 4,243

February

₹ 4,583

March

₹ 5,092

April

₹ 5,346

May

₹ 5,516

June

₹ 6,025

July

₹ 6,535

August

₹ 5,686

September

₹ 5,516

October

₹ 5,346

November

₹ 5,177

December

₹ 5,007

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 rent in Columbus and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

There are 12 hire agencies servicing Columbus. These agencies, altogether, have 53 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus with prices from ₹ 6,547 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 2 car types you can hire in Columbus:

Economy

Economy

₹ 7,294+

Compact

Compact

₹ 7,478+

Minivan

Minivan

₹ 9,651+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 5,286+

Luxury

Luxury

₹ 8,656+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

₹ 6,600+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 4,535+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 4,950+

Compare available car types for rental in Columbus

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 17 December 2024.

Small cars

₹ 3,466 - ₹ 11,044

All Car Types

₹ 4,598 - ₹ 10,500

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,457/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,466/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 11,044/day). In fact, January 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 30% 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.

To hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,723/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,780/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 12,725/day). In fact, February is about 17% 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 27% 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.

To hire a large car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,085/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,768/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 17,678/day). In fact, November is about 17% 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 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.

To hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,967/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,382/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 13,314/day). In fact, December is about 52% 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 11% 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:

Top rental agencies in Columbus

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Columbus known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Columbus. Reviews were last updated on 17 December 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Columbus, such as Budget, Avis and Payless. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

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

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

5.8
Fair
38 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.5

National

8.4
Very Good
10 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.9

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

7.7
Good
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.2
Good
28 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

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 rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Columbus. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Columbus with an average daily rate of ₹ 8,266. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Columbus. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Ford EcoSport₹ 6,547/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 8,656/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Kia Sportage₹ 9,595/day
5
M
A/C
Kia Sportage

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Columbus?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Columbus from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget (₹ 4,535/day), Dollar (₹ 4,950/day), and Thrifty (₹ 5,286/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 (8.2 rating), National (8.2 rating) and Alamo (7.7 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 ₹ 76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,437 and ₹ 4,965 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 ₹ 106,580 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 32% 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?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Columbus however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    ₹ 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Columbus, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Columbus, then opt for a Supplier choice hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Standard (Ford Edge) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car rentals in Columbus

Find luxury car rental deals in Columbus from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Columbus cost an average of ₹ 7,220 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the Columbus area. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Honda City₹ 4,733/day
5
M
A/C
Honda City
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 4,734/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 5,800/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Car rentals by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 17 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 41+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 41+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 78+

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