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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus from ₹ 5,154

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 20/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. 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 20 November 2024.

January

₹ 4,220

February

₹ 4,557

March

₹ 5,064

April

₹ 5,317

May

₹ 5,486

June

₹ 5,992

July

₹ 6,499

August

₹ 5,655

September

₹ 5,486

October

₹ 5,317

November

₹ 5,148

December

₹ 5,064

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 20 November 2024.

There are 12 hire agencies servicing Columbus. These agencies, altogether, have 53 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? large car is the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus with prices from ₹ 5,154 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Columbus:

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 5,154+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 6,031+

Premium

Premium

₹ 5,064+

Luxury

Luxury

₹ 5,776+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 4,713+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 5,333+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 5,592+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₹ 5,602+

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 20 November 2024.

Small cars

₹ 3,363 - ₹ 10,983

All Car Types

₹ 3,363 - ₹ 10,442

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,378/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,363/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 10,983/day). In fact, December is about 38% 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 29% 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 ₹ 6,218/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,754/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 12,655/day). In fact, February is about 24% 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 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.

To hire a large car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,779/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,731/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 17,581/day). In fact, November is about 1% 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 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 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 ₹ 7,428/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,363/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 13,240/day). In fact, December is about 55% 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 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. 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 20 November 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Columbus, such as Budget, Hertz and Avis. 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

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

8.2
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

7.5
Good
21 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.4

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 ₹ 6,576. Data was last updated on 20 November 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.
Toyota Camry₹ 5,154/day
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Toyota Camry
Ford EcoSport₹ 5,333/day
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Ford EcoSport
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 5,776/day
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 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 (₹ 4,713/day), Thrifty (₹ 5,064/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (₹ 5,333/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 (8.2 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 ₹ 76/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,418 and ₹ 4,938 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about ₹ 40,223 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?

    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.

  • 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.

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