Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus from ₹ 4,525
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 27/2 and drop-off date of 1/3. 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.
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 29 January 2025.
January
₹ 4,326
February
₹ 4,673
March
₹ 5,192
April
₹ 5,452
May
₹ 5,625
June
₹ 6,144
July
₹ 6,663
August
₹ 5,798
September
₹ 5,625
October
₹ 5,452
November
₹ 5,278
December
₹ 5,365
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 29 January 2025.
There are 12 hire agencies servicing Columbus. These agencies, altogether, have 53 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus with prices from ₹ 4,525 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Columbus:
Economy
₹ 5,985+
Compact
₹ 4,936+
Intermediate
₹ 4,525+
Standard
₹ 6,983+
Full-size
₹ 4,842+
Minivan
₹ 5,661+
Full-size SUV
₹ 5,394+
Luxury
₹ 5,862+
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 29 January 2025.
Small cars | ₹ 4,249 - ₹ 11,261 | |
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All Car Types | ₹ 4,688 - ₹ 12,807 |
To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,017/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,249/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 11,261/day). In fact, February is about 16% 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 40% 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 ₹ 5,684/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,874/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 11,556/day). In fact, February is about 15% 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 32% 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 ₹ 8,186/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 6,902/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 18,026/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 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 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 ₹ 6,817/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 5,050/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~₹ 13,575/day). In fact, February is about 26% 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 19% 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 29 January 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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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 ₹ 5,905. Data was last updated on 29 January 2025.
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.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 January 2025.
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: Dollar (₹ 4,525/day), Budget (₹ 4,936/day), and Thrifty (₹ 5,394/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 (8.3 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 ₹ 3,505 and ₹ 5,063 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 ₹ 46,718 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?
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 Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of February, 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 ₹ 6,757 per day. Price data was last updated on 29 January 2025.
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.
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 29 January 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 47+).
Electric
₹ 47+
Hybrid
₹ 77+