Car rentals in Downtown, Columbus

On average, it will cost you $45 per day to rent a car in Downtown. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you rent, and what agency you rent from, you could end up paying as much as $82 per day or as little as $32 per day. The price of a rental car in Downtown commonly fluctuates by about 61%.

At the moment, Downtown’s cheapest rental car company is Payless, where users have found prices for as low as $31/day. You may also consider renting from Budget or Thrifty which are also some of the cheapest rental companies in the neighborhood. Users have recently found prices at Budget for $33/day and $33/day from Thrifty.

Consider renting a car from Budget, which is currently the best rental agency in Downtown, according to our users, with 82 reviews and an average rating of 6.2/10.

SUV or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Downtown, with 31% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting SUV cars in Downtown costs, on average, $92/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighborhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

The majority of momondo users will rent a car in Downtown for 30 days at an average cost of $64 per day. Renting for 1 week will cost a total of $469, while renting for just the weekend will cost $154 in total. You can also rent a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, renting a car for a month in Downtown costs, on average, $2,558 total.

The best time to rent a car in Downtown is in the month of March, when prices are $52/day on average. July is often the most expensive month to rent a car when average prices are $82/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit Downtown, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 7 days out for the best possible price.

Prices for cars in Downtown refresh daily.

As of April 2025, there are 27 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

Among different countries, including Downtown, 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 rental company you're considering before booking.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Downtown. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.