Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus Airport from $38
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Columbus Airport with a pick-up date of 8/5 and drop-off date of 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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Columbus Airport car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Columbus Airport. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on July 17, 2026.
Most popular company | BUDGET |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $86 |
Cheapest price per day | $38 |
Best car rental deals found at Columbus Airport
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Columbus Airport. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Columbus Airport with an average daily rate of $53. Data was last updated on July 17, 2026.
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Cheapflights insights for Columbus Airport car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Columbus Airport, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I rent a car at Columbus Airport?
To get the best deal on a rental car at Columbus Airport, book about 5 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $39, which is about 22% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company at Columbus Airport?
Looking to rent a car at Columbus Airport? Turo had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only $31.48/day. Alamo also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at $34.56/day.
What is the best car rental company at Columbus Airport?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest rated car rental company at Columbus Airport is Budget (rated 6.5/10 with 50 reviews). Payless (rated 6.0/10 with 33 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Budget
6.5
Payless
6.0
National
10.0
Dollar
8.6
What is the cheapest month to rent a car at Columbus Airport?
Planning a car rental at Columbus Airport? January is the cheapest month, costing about $42 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $58. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
$42
February
$44
March
$57
April
$50
May
$44
June
$51
July
$58
August
$55
September
$47
October
$49
November
$52
December
$48
What car do most people rent at Columbus Airport?
SUV rentals (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Columbus Airport. Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Premium rentals (Class Premium SUV or similar).
Top rental agencies in Columbus Airport
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Columbus Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Columbus Airport. Reviews were last updated on July 17, 2026.
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Budget
50 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.1
Overall
6.5
Pick-up/drop-off
6.4
Value
6.3
Recent reviews
8.0
|Jul 2024I had reserved a Tahoe or similar and was first given a Ford Explorer which would not be large enough cargo space. Then I was offered a mini van, same, not enough cargo space. Finally was given an Expedition, which was perfect. Once home I noticed that the heat shield was hanging loose so back I went to the airport. The mechanical staff fixed it without incident. The rest of the trip was great.
2.0
|Dec 2023$100 a day is terrible, when I could of gotten 2 days for $5 more from them...crazy! When I picked up my rental, the car was just driving up and the lady got out of the vehicle not really saying anything. I had to ask if the keys were in it. There was no walk around with anyone, which is concerning because there is a lot of damage to the exterior of the vehicle. I took 10 pictures of damaged areas, then noticed the following more that I couldn't see in the dim area plus the car being wet. The car had at least one low tire and needed service, according to the dash. How is that missed when it was just dropped off for me? Does that even matter? I would think that a rental should not be due for a service as soon as you get it, plus not have a low tire. I used Budget as a last resort at the Columbus airport. It was cheapest, not sure how, and had availability.
2.0
|Dec 2023I got there and couldn't get the car . The supervisor would except my purchasers ID card. I tried it myself and he refused to accept me.
2.0
|Jul 2023First told there were no cars available even with reservation then after 2 hour wait The car has a rear tire pressure low and noticed a nail Also charged for the collision policy with out my confirmation I have visa signature card which gives me collision policy also my insurance has coverage for collision basically charged me with out my approval Very poor experience
8.0
|Jul 2023The interior had been cleaned but the fabric on the seats had a lot of stains. The car drove good. Both the front and rear bumper covers had obviously been re-attached at some point because you could see the seams. The rear driver's side bumper cover would become loose and flap in the wind when you got up to highway speeds. The brakes started grinding at the end of the trip.
10.0
|Apr 2023Easy pick up & drop off. Agents very pleasant & accommodating. Vehicle perfect for our needs.
1 out of 17
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Payless
33 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.3
Overall
6.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.6
Value
6.8
Recent reviews
4.0
|Aug 2025Someone vomited in the car prior to picking it up. It reeked of vomit the entire time I had the car. The overwhelming air freshener used when I picked up the car covered the smell for the first few hours but when I got back in the car after a few hours, it was overwhelming.
6.0
|Aug 2022The first car I was assigned was not in the spot. Waited in line again at the counter in the parking lot, and was told to go back downstairs. Had to wait in line yet again to get reassigned. Overall, the process took over an hour, with the initial line only having 4 people in front of me, then 2 at the parking lot kiosk, and then waiting for almost 35 minutes to go through the like downstairs again. Very poor communication from the workers, and none seemed to want to deal with people, and not a single apology for the mistake, just a glare and a piece of paper shoved back at me.
2.0
|Jan 2022It was a SCAM I WILL TELL EVERYONE NOT TO EVER USE THIS COMPANY
10.0
|Dec 2021Excellent reception and service.
1 out of 11
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National
5 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
10.0
Recent reviews
10.0
|Nov 2021Great car, efficient rental experience. It was a little pricier than I would have liked but compared to other companies it was about the same so I guess it was the going rate for a minivan.
1 out of 2
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Dollar
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
8.6
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.0
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Alamo
9 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.1
Pick-up/drop-off
7.9
Value
8.3
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Thrifty
3 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.0
Recent reviews
8.0
|Jul 2022Great service, nice location. The car had Steering drift to the left, and I could never get the cruise control to work. Bluetooth to the phone was inconsistent; sometimes it worked, other times it didn’t. Not major issues but the steering issue could have been a safety issue.
1 out of 1
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Avis
15 reviews•1 location
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.4
Overall
7.8
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
7.4
Recent reviews
6.0
|Jul 2023Long line at checkin and very few cars. Mostly vans and trucks. Car was dirty and had greasy stains on all the touch points. That said, everyone I dealt with was friendly. Drop off in Pittsburgh was great.
8.0
|Mar 2023The pickup was a little slow because only one person was working. But the drop off was very easy.
1 out of 5
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on July 17, 2026.
What is the cheapest rental car found at Columbus Airport?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $63/day when booking a rental car at Columbus Airport. The best deal a user found was for $13/day from Turo, booked on Jul. 11.
Which car rental providers are at Columbus Airport?
There are 9 car rental providers located at Columbus Airport. The following companies can be found near the Columbus Airport car rental counter:National (10.0)Dollar (8.6)Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4)Alamo (8.1)Thrifty (8.0)Avis (7.8)Hertz (7.1)Budget (6.5)Payless (6.0)
How much does it cost to rent a car at Columbus Airport for a week from Turo?
Turo is one of the most popular car rental companies at Columbus Airport, offering car rentals for around $413 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month at Columbus Airport?
The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Columbus Airport it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Columbus Airport for a month?
Generally, a month-long car rental at Columbus Airport can be found for about $1,768, with the average price for a rental being around $59 a day. Book with Turo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 92% less compared to the average price of car rentals at Columbus Airport.
Car rentals by fuel type in Columbus Airport
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Columbus Airport. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Columbus Airport. Deals were last updated on July 17, 2026.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Columbus Airport. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($43+).
Electric
$43+
Hybrid
$44+
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