Cheapflights insights for Columbia Metropolitan Airport car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Columbia Metropolitan Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
To get the best deal on car hire at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, book about 17 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R842, which is about 1 259% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car hire company at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company at Columbia Metropolitan Airport is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 2 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.1/10 with 7 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
The cheapest month to hire a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport is September, when you can expect to pay R965/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport is April (R1 280/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
R1 017
February
R1 123
March
R1 123
April
R1 280
May
R1 052
June
R1 017
July
R1 175
August
R1 105
September
R965
October
R1 105
November
R1 000
December
R1 070
What car do most people hire at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
Economy cars (Mitsubishi Mirage, for example) are the most popular in Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan) and Passenger van (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Columbia Metropolitan Airport.
Which car hire company has the most locations at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
Sunnycars has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Alamo has the second-highest number of locations at Columbia Metropolitan Airport at 1.
Top rental agencies in Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Columbia Metropolitan Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Columbia Metropolitan Airport. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbia Metropolitan Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Which car hire providers are at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
There are 6 car hire providers located at Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The following companies can be found near the Columbia Metropolitan Airport car hire counter:Thrifty (10,0)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9,1)Alamo (8,4)Dollar (8,2)Avis (6,2)Hertz (5,4)
How much does it cost to hire a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport for a week from Alamo?
Hiring a car at Columbia Metropolitan Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Alamo, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R6 238/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month at Columbia Metropolitan Airport check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.