Columbus

Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Columbus, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 874,685, which is about 1,459,653% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Columbus?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Columbus is Avis (rated 7.1/10 with 35 reviews). Budget (rated 6.4/10 with 99 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus is March, when you can expect to pay Rp 857,864/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Columbus is July (Rp 1,143,818/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

Rp 891,505

February

Rp 874,685

March

Rp 857,864

April

Rp 891,505

May

Rp 975,610

June

Rp 1,093,356

July

Rp 1,143,818

August

Rp 1,126,997

September

Rp 1,076,535

October

Rp 1,093,356

November

Rp 1,059,714

December

Rp 1,009,251

What car do most people hire in Columbus?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Columbus are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate Car or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Columbus?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Columbus at 10.

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 16 February 2026.

Avis

7.1
Good
35 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Budget

6.4
Okay
99 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Payless

5.9
Fair
37 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.5

National

9.5
Wonderful
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
19 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.6
Good
18 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.2

Alamo

7.5
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.9

Thrifty

7.4
Good
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 February 2026.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Columbus?

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

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