Columbus car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Columbus. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 March 2025.
Most popular company | ALAMO |
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Price of petrol per litre | ₹ 78 |
Average price per day | ₹ 10,526 |
Cheapest price per day | ₹ 8,842 |
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 5 March 2025.
January
₹ 4,437
February
₹ 4,524
March
₹ 5,046
April
₹ 5,394
May
₹ 5,655
June
₹ 6,177
July
₹ 6,699
August
₹ 5,916
September
₹ 5,655
October
₹ 5,481
November
₹ 5,307
December
₹ 5,307
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.
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 5 March 2025.
Small cars | ₹ 4,680 - ₹ 11,322 | |
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All Car Types | ₹ 4,714 - ₹ 12,876 |
To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,303/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,680/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 11,322/day). In fact, December is about 12% 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 39% 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 ₹ 5,373/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,509/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 11,618/day). In fact, August is about 21% 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 38% 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 ₹ 8,227/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,939/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 18,123/day). In fact, November is about 16% 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 5% 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 SUV in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 6,996/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,307/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 13,649/day). In fact, February is about 10% 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 20% 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.
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 5 March 2025.
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.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 March 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Columbus?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 10,526/day when booking a car hire in Columbus. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 8,842/day from Alamo, booked on Mar. 2.
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 (7.5 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 ₹ 78/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,524 and ₹ 5,090 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about ₹ 73,682 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 30% on your car hire. For a below average price in Columbus, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 2 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 does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a month?
Typically, a monthly car rental in Columbus can be found for ₹ 315,780. You can find car rental deals for ₹ 10,526 a day on average.
What car do most people hire in Columbus?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Columbus is Full-size (Toyota Corolla) based on our Cheapflights data.