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Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus, GA from $32

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Columbus, GA car rentals in 2026

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per gallon

$4.62

Average price per day

$73

Cheapest price per day

$32

Best car rental deals found in Columbus

Toyota Yaris$32/day
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Camry$35/day
Toyota Camry
Kia Rio$37/day
Kia Rio

Cheapflights insights for Columbus car rentals

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

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

To get the best deal on a rental car in Columbus, book about 65 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $48, which is about 24% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Columbus?

Looking to rent a car in Columbus? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $31.11/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $37.49/day.

What is the best car rental company in Columbus?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company in Columbus is Hertz (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Alamo (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning a car rental in Columbus? January is the cheapest month, costing about $53 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $73. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$53

February

$57

March

$69

April

$66

May

$65

June

$68

July

$73

August

$67

September

$61

October

$61

November

$59

December

$60

What car do most people rent in Columbus?

Intermediate rentals (Toyota Camry or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Columbus. Compact rentals (Nissan Versa or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV rentals (Nissan Armada or similar).

Which car rental company has the most locations in Columbus?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second highest number of locations in Columbus at 1.

Top rental agencies in Columbus, GA

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

1 location

National

1 location

Avis

6.8
Okay
4 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.2
Fair
3 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

5.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

6.4

Budget

5.0
Fair
2 reviews•1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.0

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Car rental FAQs

  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Columbus?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $73/day when booking a rental car in Columbus. The best deal a user found was for $40/day from Hertz, booked on Oct. 31.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Columbus. They can have you in a rental car for about $514 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 does it cost to rent a car in Columbus for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 46% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Columbus can cost you on average $2,201 a month or $73 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

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

    $94 is typically the average cost for a rental car for the weekend in Columbus, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when traveling to Columbus, then opt for a Supplier choice rental vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of December, you can expect to find car rental prices on Cheapflights for as low as $42/day.

Car rentals by fuel type in Columbus, GA

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Hybrid

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