Columbus

Cheap Car Hire in Columbus from R926

Columbus, OH, United States
Apr 5 — Apr 12
Driver's age: 26-65
Columbus, OH, United States
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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 29 March 2024.

January

R947

February

R1 023

March

R1 099

April

R1 099

May

R1 137

June

R1 288

July

R1 288

August

R1 288

September

R1 175

October

R1 175

November

R1 156

December

R1 137

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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 hire in Columbus and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 March 2024.

There are currently 44 hire locations operating in Columbus spread across 12 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus is pickup truck at R926 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Compact

Compact

R1 058+

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

R1 204+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 333+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 387+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 063+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 181+

Compare available car types for rental in Columbus

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 March 2024.

Top rental agencies in Columbus

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Columbus known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Columbus. Reviews were last updated on 29 March 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Columbus, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,5
Very Good
197 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,4

Alamo

8,2
Very Good
109 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,2

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,1

Hertz

7,4
Good
126 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,0

Dollar

7,1
Good
132 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

7,4

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,0

Budget

6,3
Okay
179 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,2

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,2

Avis

7,1
Good
53 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,1

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,1

Thrifty

7,1
Good
74 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,2

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

Best Columbus car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Columbus. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Columbus with an average daily rate of R1 177. Data was last updated on 29 March 2024.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Columbus area. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Nissan NP200R926/day
5
M
A/C
Nissan NP200
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 058/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest
Toyota RAV4R1 181/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota RAV4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 March 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 (8,5 rating), Alamo (8,2 rating) and National (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 R18,77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R844 and R1 220 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Columbus from about R9 261 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 35% in Columbus - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Columbus for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Columbus for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Columbus is R0. Hiring a Intermediate is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Columbus. For the month of April, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Columbus for as low as R0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Columbus?

    The most popular car to hire while in Columbus is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is a Mini vehicle.

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Car hires by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car hires by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 29 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R57+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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