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When is the best time to hire a car at Columbus Airport?
According to our data, the best time to hire a car at Columbus Airport is on the day of your arrival when prices are €34/day on average. In the past year, momondo users found that weekend hire car prices at Columbus Airport were €39/day and weekday prices were €50/day. Consider hiring a car in January (the cheapest month), when car hire deals are €36/day on average.
What is the best car hire company at Columbus Airport?
Columbus Airport’s best car hire company is Budget according to 74 momondo reviewers, who rated it a 6.5 on average. In the past year, 100% of those who hired a car at Columbus Airport chose Budget. Payless is another reputable hire car company, with a rating of 5.8 from 48 reviewers. 9 reviewers chose to hire a car from National, and rated their experience a 9.5 on average.
What is the most popular car to hire at Columbus Airport?
The most popular types of car to hire at Columbus Airport are SUV cars. 56% of our users searched for SUV hire cars at Columbus Airport in the past year. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L is the most popular SUV car model to hire. Budget is the most popular hire company offering SUV vehicles at Columbus Airport. €67 per day is the cheapest price to hire SUV cars from Budget.
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€40 - €53
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€62 - €73
The average price of a small car hire in Columbus Airport is €46. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Columbus Airport is in February. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just €40 per day. A small car rental is typically 32% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Columbus Airport is €58. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Columbus Airport is in February. The price is 11% lower than the rest of the year at just €53 per day. A medium car rental is typically 12% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Columbus Airport is €60. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Columbus Airport is in November. The price is 12% lower than the rest of the year at just €54 per day. A large car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in Columbus Airport is €71. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Columbus Airport is in January. The price is 7% lower than the rest of the year at just €67 per day. A SUV rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Columbus Airport is €92. The cheapest time to hire a van in Columbus Airport is in January. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just €68 per day. A van rental is typically 28% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a pickup truck hire in Columbus Airport is €69. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Columbus Airport is in February. The price is 21% lower than the rest of the year at just €55 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Columbus Airport is €77. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Columbus Airport is in October. The price is 8% lower than the rest of the year at just €72 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 15% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a convertible hire in Columbus Airport is €79. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Columbus Airport is in August. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just €61 per day. A convertible rental is typically 17% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a car hire in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
They refused my international DL because my name in English was written right to left. Yet other rental companies had accepted it without any issues
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
I was so impressed with Budget! They overbooked our reserved vehicle, but made it right and then some! They gave us two Chrysler Pacifica Van's in place of the one big passenger van, and even provided gas for the inconvenience. The van's were clean and drove like a dream. I have never experienced such great customer service, and will be a return customer! Thank you for going above and beyond in making the overbooking right. I am so grateful and impressed with the customer service of this company!
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Pick up counter help great
6.0
Okay|Jun 2023
More staff at the Columbus office would be great. There was a huge line at the counter and two agents on duty. My wait was 50 minutes in line. The staff were nice and addressing as many customers as possible.
While Payless advertise a 100% smoke-free fleet rental car had definitely been smoked in. I tried to clear the air every time I got in it losing a can of febreze but could never overcome the smoking stench. Additionally, the car had numerous dings and the transmission made noise whenever it was in gear. The car definitely had mechanical, cosmetic, and smoking odor problems.
10.0
Wonderful|Sept 2023
One very small complaint...I stood in line for about 30 minutes at pickup.
2.0
Poor|Sept 2023
The rental car was absolutely filthy and the previous renter smoked in the car. I don’t believe Payless even looked at the car for cleanliness
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
This was my first experience with Payless and it was outstanding. Easily the nicest and cleanest car I have ever rented. I will be definitely use them again.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2023
Your pickup was not at the airport. I had to pay $50 to Uber 25 miles to pickup the car and was not able to drop the car off at the airport which meant I had to drop my people off at the airport and then drive 25 miles back to the Avis location to return the car. Then I had to have a friend take me to the airport.
2.0
Poor|Jun 2023
The car was dirty and smelled like feet. There were also plenty of marks/scratches on the vehicle.
Customer services was top notch. Andrea from National was great - very friendly and gave her business card in the event anything went wrong. Pick up and drop off were both easy and enjoyable.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2021
Much better price than other vendors.
7.9
Good|Jul 2021
National was just fine in terms of all the pick up/drop off functions, I'd use them again. But currently the price for a car is way out of proportion. It could have been due to the July 4th weekend, but I'll start looking for alternatives when I can!
Very fast and convenient. Everyone was friendly during the entire process.
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
The customer service rep was extraordinary!!!! She was polite, kind, happy, chatty and had a great smile. She made the whole experience excellent. When going out to get the car, the gentleman helped us find the right car and made sure we didn’t have to walk far being that my dad is disabled.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
everything went very smoothly
1 out of 3
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The counter agent was friendly, quick and a pleasure dealing with. The car choices were good and I didn’t feel like I got the “bait and switch” treatment I have received from others before.
10.0
Wonderful|Nov 2022
The customer service is outstanding
2.0
Poor|Oct 2022
Very unrealistic policies with respect to the use of credit cards. I got a new credit card which I had forgotten to call and activate the card. While at the Alamo counter in Columbus, the card after swipe did not go through. The bank immediately sent me a text and requested I call to activate the card. I showed the text to the Alamo staff and said I was calling to activate the card and will let her swipe the card once more. She bluntly refused, and I could not have the car. A complete mess of my entire plan. While we can understand the emphasis on the use of credit cards for car rentals, however, the company should be pragmatic to serve its clients better. Thank you
6.0
Okay|Feb 2022
Wish there were a vehicle similar to what was described at time of rental. Wish car was cleaner on pickup.
7.9
Good|Aug 2021
The first car I was assigned was too small. The associate changed me to a larger car (still in my reservation’s class) which worked out perfectly.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2021
Super easy to pick up and drop off, even at different airports.
The person that attended at the counter was pretty bad. I rented two cars, one for a colleague of mine and one for myself. He forced to me to pay a second driver on my colleague's rental in order to put his car under my credit card. On the second car, he tried to get me to sign a different price (much higher by the way), than the one that my reservation said. Once I showed him y reservation then he brought down the price exactly to my original reservation with the click of a button. Also, he refused to add my rewards member number because he didn't add it in the beginning. Terrible experience!!!
2.0
Poor|Jun 2022
Needed a minivan and was not given a minivan making our trip incredibly difficult.
8.0
Very Good|May 2022
The wait for the shuttle to the rental car center at CMH was RIDICULOUS. Massive amounts of people waiting for shuttles. Had to take a taxi to the rental car center! Once there, line at the counter was at least 25 people long. Only TWO agents working for THREE rental companies. After that, the experience was superb. CMH has really messed up by putting rental cars off site.
4.0
Mediocre|Apr 2022
For pick up: only one agent was working at 8:30am, enormous line with each person's check in taking about 10 minutes. There were four people in front of me and it took an hour to get through the line. When I left there were more than 30 people in line. Very disappointing since I had a meeting to get to, added to my stress.
1 out of 6
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Car hire at Columbus Airport
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car at Columbus Airport so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Columbus Airport?
Prices for cars in Columbus Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Columbus Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for cars in Columbus Airport.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Columbus Airport?
Among different countries, including Columbus Airport, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Columbus Airport?
To hire a car in Columbus Airport, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Columbus Airport?
momondo finds and compares thousands of car hire websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car hire in Columbus Airport. Finding a car hire is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Columbus Airport?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Columbus Airport, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Columbus Airport with free cancellation?
Yes, whether it is for cars in Columbus Airport or elsewhere, momondo allows you to filter specifically for policies that offer free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Columbus Airport on momondo?
Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Columbus Airport.
Can I find a car hire in Columbus Airport which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Columbus Airport on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Columbus Airport with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Absolutely. You can specifically filter for car hire deals in Columbus Airport with unlimited mileage on momondo.
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