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Toyota Corolla
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$67.41
per day
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Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$69.44
per day
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Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$70.43
per day
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Unlimited mileage
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Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Mini Van
Automatic
7
A/C
4
$94.20
per day
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$68.38
per day
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Nissan Altima
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$69.37
per day
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Dodge Durango
or similar Premium Crossover
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$108.41
per day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar Standard Elite SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$123.40
per day
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 10:03 on 07/11/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 3 cities near Columbus
- Top 4 locations near Columbus
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Columbus and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 2, 2026)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 6 suppliers in Columbus in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$84 per day
Average car rental length
4 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h
or
30 mph
Speed limit out of town
88–112 km/h
or
55–70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$0.83 per liter or $3.14 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$0.71 per liter or $2.69 per gallon
Highest gas price
$0.92 per liter or $3.48 per gallon
Top 3 cities near Columbus
- Atlantafrom $34.70 per day164.2 km / 102.03 miles away
- Augustafrom $62.10 per day302.7 km / 188.09 miles away
- Savannahfrom $64.23 per day367.9 km / 228.6 miles away
Top 4 locations near Columbus
- Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int. Airportfrom $34.70 per day140.8 km / 87.49 miles away
- Athens Downtownfrom $103.99 per day224.1 km / 139.25 miles away
- Augusta Regional Airportfrom $62.10 per day299.7 km / 186.22 miles away
- Savannah/Hilton Head International Airportfrom $69.83 per day357.7 km / 222.26 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Columbus Metropolitan Airport (CSG)
6 rental locations
When to book in Columbus and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus?
Car rental prices in Columbus vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthSeptember | Most expensive month November | ||
| Average price $94 | A good deal $75 | Cheapest supplier Alamo | Cheapest car type Large cars |
Average rental costs per day in Columbus
$78
$39
$0
Jan
$49
in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
$45
in September
Sep
Oct
$71
in November
Nov
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Columbus is September (when prices average $44.83 per day). This is 52% cheaper than the yearly average and 36% cheaper than renting in November (when prices average $70.51).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Columbus?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Columbus is February, and the least popular is November.
Monthly searches in Columbus by pick-up date relative to the average
1.3
0.7
0
Jan
1.2 times in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
1.2 times in September
Sep
Oct
0.6 times in November
Nov
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Columbus?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in November, the average renter keeps their car for 5 days, and in February, they keep their car for 3 days.
Average number of rental days in Columbus
6
3
0
Jan
3 days in February
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
4 days in September
Sep
Oct
5 days in November
Nov
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 1 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Budget, Alamo, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, large cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $67 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Alamo |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | Nissan Versa | 2 | Medium car |
| National | Ford Explorer | 5 | SUV |
| Alamo | Nissan Rogue | 4 | SUV |
| Alamo | Hyundai Kona | 4 | SUV |
| Hertz | Nissan Altima | 4 | Large car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Nov 2, 2026)
Prices are lowest during September, starting at $45 for an Economy car and highest in November, when economy cars start at $71. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Columbus is February, while the least popular month is November.
Columbus hosts: Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, National, Budget. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Budget (rated 8.1 / 10)
Total rental companies
6
Average daily price
$84
Lowest daily price
$67
Total cars available
163
Top 6 suppliers in Columbus in 2026
Alamo
1 location
8.6
Very Good
1 rating
Value for money
8.7
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.9
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.9
$67–$218
per day
Most popular location
3250 W BRITT DAVID RD,
Enterprise
1 location
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$69–$220
per day
Most popular location
3250 W Britt David Rd, Columbus, GA 31909
Hertz
1 location
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
Most popular location
3250 W Britt David Rd Ste 110
Avis
1 location
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
$73–$317
per day
Most popular location
Columbus Metro Airport, 3250 W Britt David Rd,
Ste 111, Columbus, GA, 31909, United States
National
1 location
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.3
Car condition
8.4
$70–$221
per day
Most popular location
3250 W Britt David Rd, Columbus, GA 31909
Budget
1 location
8.1
Good
Value for money
8.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.1
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.0
Car condition
8.2
$89–$123
per day
Most popular location
Columbus Metro Airport, 3250 W Britt David Rd,
Ste 111, Columbus, GA, 31909, United States
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