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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 7 October 2024.

January

₹ 4,201

February

₹ 4,537

March

₹ 5,041

April

₹ 5,293

May

₹ 5,461

June

₹ 5,966

July

₹ 6,470

August

₹ 5,630

September

₹ 5,461

October

₹ 5,293

November

₹ 5,209

December

₹ 5,125

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 7 October 2024.

Small cars

₹ 3,348 - ₹ 10,934

All Car Types

₹ 3,348 - ₹ 10,396

To hire a small car in Columbus, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,313/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,348/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 10,934/day). In fact, December 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 31% 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 ₹ 6,562/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 4,450/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~₹ 12,599/day). In fact, September is about 33% 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 14% 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 ₹ 6,388/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 7,452/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 17,503/day). In fact, January 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 17% 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 ₹ 8,560/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Columbus, the United States (~₹ 3,348/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~₹ 13,980/day). In fact, December is about 61% 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 11% 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.

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 7 October 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

6.2
Okay
103 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.1

Hertz

7.3
Good
35 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.9

Avis

6.9
Okay
35 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

6.9

Payless

6.0
Okay
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.3

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
28 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.2

National

8.2
Very Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Alamo

7.7
Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.6

Thrifty

7.0
Good
19 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2024.
  • 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 (8.1 rating) and Alamo (7.6 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 ₹ 79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 3,554 and ₹ 5,134 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Budget is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about ₹ 41,639 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 Premium (Acura TLX) based on our Cheapflights data.

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