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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus from ₹ 3,756

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Columbus with a pick-up date of 1/7 and drop-off date of 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Columbus

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Columbus and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 18 June 2025.

There are 12 hire agencies servicing Columbus. These agencies, altogether, have 53 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Columbus with prices from ₹ 3,756 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Columbus:

Economy

Economy

₹ 4,691+

Compact

Compact

₹ 3,756+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 3,756+

Full-size

Full-size

₹ 3,961+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

₹ 6,031+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 3,688+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 3,756+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 6,056+

Compare car rental deals in Columbus by type

Here are the best Columbus small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Columbus medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Columbus large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Columbus SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda City₹ 3,756/day
4
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A/C
Honda City
Hyundai i10₹ 4,691/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Volkswagen Polo₹ 5,799/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo

Best car rental deals found in Columbus

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Columbus. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Columbus with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,989. Data was last updated on 18 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Columbus. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Etios₹ 3,756/day
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Toyota Etios
Renault Duster₹ 3,756/day
4
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Renault Duster
Hyundai Xcent₹ 3,756/day
4
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Hyundai Xcent

Cheapflights insights for Columbus car rentals

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

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 ₹ 4,657, which is about 7,608% 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 Budget (rated 6.3/10 with 103 reviews). Avis (rated 6.9/10 with 34 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 January, when you can expect to pay ₹ 4,399/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Columbus is July (₹ 6,555/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

₹ 4,399

February

₹ 4,399

March

₹ 4,399

April

₹ 4,571

May

₹ 5,002

June

₹ 5,865

July

₹ 6,555

August

₹ 5,779

September

₹ 5,606

October

₹ 5,434

November

₹ 5,261

December

₹ 5,261

What car do most people rent in Columbus?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Columbus. Compact (Kia Soul) and SUV (Ford Edge) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Columbus.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Columbus?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 11 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 18 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Columbus, such as Budget, Avis and Payless. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Budget

6.3
Okay
103 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Avis

6.9
Okay
34 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

6.9

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

National

8.7
Very Good
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
22 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.0

Hertz

7.5
Good
24 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Alamo

7.5
Good
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.4

Dollar

7.1
Good
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

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 18 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Columbus for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a hire car for about ₹ 64,951 per week on average.

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

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Columbus however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    ₹ 0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Columbus, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Columbus, then opt for a Supplier choice hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of July, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as ₹ 0/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Columbus

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Columbus. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus. Deals were last updated on 18 June 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Columbus. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (₹ 54+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 54+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 60+

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