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Ohio car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Ohio. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R589

Cheapest price per day

R589

Cheapflights insights for Ohio car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Ohio, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Ohio?

To get the best deal on car hire in Ohio, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R941, which is about 1 494% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Ohio?

Looking to hire a car in Ohio? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R588,82/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R592,21/day.

What is the best car rental company in Ohio?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Ohio is Hertz (rated 6.7/10 with 199 reviews). Budget (rated 6.3/10 with 272 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ohio?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ohio is January, when you can expect to pay R899/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Ohio is July (R1 322/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

R899

February

R899

March

R947

April

R970

May

R1 083

June

R1 203

July

R1 322

August

R1 143

September

R1 072

October

R1 060

November

R1 006

December

R1 036

What car do most people hire in Ohio?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Ohio are the following: Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and Premium cars (Class Full-size Truck or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Ohio?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 44 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Ohio at 30.

Top rental agencies in Ohio

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Ohio known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Ohio. Reviews were last updated on 12 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Ohio region, including those located within the Columbus, Cincinnati and New Richmond area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Hertz

6,7
Okay
199 reviews30 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,6

Budget

6,3
Okay
272 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,3

Alamo

8,6
Very Good
34 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,7

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,7
Good
90 reviews44 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,4

Avis

6,7
Okay
79 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

6,7

Dollar

6,6
Okay
42 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,6

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,6

Thrifty

6,4
Okay
37 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,3

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,4

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,5

Payless

5,8
Fair
36 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

7,2

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Ohio, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ohio for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Ohio. They can have you in a hire car for about R4 122 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Ohio check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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