Columbia

Cheap Car Hire in Columbia

Columbia, SC, United States
May 1 — May 8
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbia, SC, United States
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Columbia?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Columbia 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 24 April 2024.

January

R1 168

February

R1 264

March

R1 379

April

R1 398

May

R1 303

June

R1 398

July

R1 322

August

R1 303

September

R1 226

October

R1 264

November

R1 264

December

R1 207

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbia is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is April. 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 Columbia

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Columbia to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in Columbia

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Columbia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Columbia. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hire agencies located in Columbia, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Easirent. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Hertz

5,8
Fair
63 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5,8
Fair
11 reviews•7 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,7

Easirent

1 location
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Ace

4,4
Mediocre
8 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

4,4

Comfort

5,2

Overall

4,6

Pick-up/drop-off

4,8

Value

4,8

Sunnycars

2 locations
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Ace Rental Cars

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Columbia?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (5,8 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (5,4 rating) and Ace (4,4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Columbia.

  • What are petrol prices like in Columbia?

    The average price of petrol in Columbia is R19,74/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R888 and R1 283 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbia for a week from Alamo?

    Hiring a car in Columbia 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 R8 033/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Columbia for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Columbia it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 44%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Columbia?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Columbia.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbia?

    The most popular car to hire while in Columbia is the Buick Encore, which is a Compact vehicle.

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