What is the most popular car type to rent at Columbus Airport?

SUV cars are the most popular type of car to rent at Columbus Airport. 28% of our momondo users searched for SUV cars for their trip in the past year. The two most popular SUV car models are the Jeep Renegade and the Ford Edge. The most popular rental company offering SUV vehicles at Columbus Airport is Alamo. The cheapest price to rent SUV cars from Alamo is $77 per day.

What is the cheapest car to rent at Columbus Airport?

According to our data, renting the Mitsubishi Mirage is the cheapest rental car option at Columbus Airport. If you compare rental car prices, you will find that Alamo offers Mitsubishi Mirage rentals at an average price of $75/day. The cheapest price per day for the Mitsubishi Mirage from Alamo is $36, which was found in the past year. If you book a rental car at Columbus Airport ahead of time, you may be able to find these great car rental deals.

What is the best car rental company at Columbus Airport?

Based on 80 reviews and an average rating of 6.3, Budget is the best-rated rental car company at Columbus Airport. Cheap car rentals can also be found at Payless and National, which are also reputable rental agencies at Columbus Airport. 48 reviewers gave Payless a 5.8 average rating, while 10 reviewers gave National a 8.7 average rating.

How much does it cost for a car rental at Columbus Airport?

$95/day is the average cost to rent a car at Columbus Airport. For extended rental rates, we found that it costs $383/week and $1,938/month on average to rent a car at Columbus Airport. These costs are based on past data, so you may be able to find an even better car rental deal by using our rental car comparison website.

What car do most people rent at Columbus Airport?

The Jeep Renegade is the most popular car to rent at Columbus Airport, according to our data. Our users have found prices for Jeep Renegade rentals for as low as $43/day at Columbus Airport, though on average you can expect prices to be around $87/day. Another popular car to rent at Columbus Airport is the Volkswagen Jetta for an average of $85/day, and deals as low as $40/day.

What car rental company has the Jeep Renegade at Columbus Airport?

If you’re interested in renting the Jeep Renegade at Columbus Airport, then Alamo is the most popular car rental company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV rentals). Jeep Renegade rentals at Columbus Airport from Alamo are $87 per day on average.The agency also has other SUV car rentals available, like the Cadillac XTS, at Columbus Airport if you’re unable to book the Jeep Renegade rental.

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Volkswagen Tiguan

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$39/day

22 jul. - 8 ago.

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Volkswagen Tiguan

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$46/day

21 sep. - 3 oct.

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Kia Forte

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$39/day

30 jul. - 10 oct.

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Ford EcoSport

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$39/day

6 sep. - 20 sep.

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Kia Rio

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

4-door vehicles

$35/day

30 jul. - 10 oct.

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Kia Rio

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

4-door vehicles

$33/day

3 ago. - 28 ago.

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Mercedes-Benz GLB

or similar Full-size SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$52/day

7 ago. - 23 ago.

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Cadillac XTS

or similar Luxury SUV

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

$59/day

15 jul. - 19 jul.

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Toyota Avalon

or similar Premium

Up to 5 passengers

4-door vehicles

$44/day

2 ago. - 1 sep.

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When is the best time to rent a car at Columbus Airport?

On the day of your arrival is the best time to rent a car at Columbus Airport. Average daily car rental prices are $39 if you rent a car same-day. $46/day is a typical weekend car rental price at Columbus Airport, while $58/day is a standard weekday price. If you have a flexible travel schedule, you will find that the cheapest car rentals are usually available during the month of January, at $42/day on average.

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	Small cars	$57 - $96
	All Car Types	$45 - $96

The average price of a small car rental in Columbus Airport is $43. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Columbus Airport is in October. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A small car rental is typically 28% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Columbus Airport is $58. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Columbus Airport is in March. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just $45 per day. A medium car rental is typically 4% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Columbus Airport is $56. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Columbus Airport is in November. The price is 0% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A large car rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Columbus Airport is $52. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Columbus Airport is in December. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just $64 per day. A SUV rental is typically 14% less expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Columbus Airport SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Columbus Airport is $71. The cheapest time to rent a van in Columbus Airport is in December. The price is 6% lower than the rest of the year at just $77 per day. A van rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in Columbus Airport. The average price of a vehicle rental in Columbus Airport can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Chevrolet Bolt

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$33/day

3 ago. - 28 ago.

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Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

5-door vehicles

$35/day

30 jul. - 10 oct.

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Columbus Airport car rental directory

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Budget

6.3

Okay

58 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

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.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

EXCELLENT-NOTHING

6.0

Okay|Jun 2022

Better instruction on how to drop off rental car

1 out of 20

Payless

5.8

Fair

36 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Feb 2024

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|Sep 2023

One very small complaint...I stood in line for about 30 minutes at pickup.

2.0

Poor|Sep 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.

1 out of 12

National

8.7

Very good

9 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

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!

1 out of 3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

11 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Great!

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Excellent car, excellent customer service

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

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 4

Alamo

7.5

Good

18 reviews•1 location

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10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

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.

1 out of 6

Avis

7.3

Good

15 reviews•1 location

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8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Quick and easy

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

Couldn’t pick it up with out a credit card

2.0

Poor|Sep 2022

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 5

Hertz

7.1

Good

16 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Jun 2022

The worsed car hire I’ve ever come across, plane was 30 mins late no one on the desk when we arrived on a Saturday evening 8.30pm so was stuck at the airport with not a clue what to do, a bus driver came to our rescue, by taking us to a nearby hotel. With the extra cost of over 300 dollars which wasn’t in our budget but had to be paid, unless I’m desperate I won’t be using Hertz again when we travel. The car was fine once we got it and no discount for getting it a day later ☹️

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

The gentleman that processed the rental return was friendly and professional. A good guy.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

Great customer service at the counter

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

Very easy to pick up and drop off. Staff was great and friendly.

4.0

Mediocre|Mar 2022

Hertz has the tendency to rent damaged cars. They check them with you when checking out. I now take pictures of the car before I leave. On this rental the return guy was saying 'there is a dent here' at which time I showed him the picture I took before I left the pick up location. This is not the first time they have done this. BEWARE!!

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

They inspect the car and after that they try to make u pay for something you dont do it. And report as exident damaged with no proof

1 out of 6

Dollar

6.9

Okay

15 reviews•1 location

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Car rental at Columbus Airport

Learn everything there is to know about renting 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Columbus Airport?

The number of operators available for cars in Columbus Airport is 13 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Columbus Airport?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Columbus Airport. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Columbus Airport?

To rent a car in Columbus Airport, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

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Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Columbus Airport?

Booking a car rental in Columbus Airport via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Columbus Airport?

By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car rental in Columbus Airport easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Columbus Airport with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car rentals in Columbus Airport which offer free cancellation.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Columbus Airport on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car rental locations including Columbus Airport.

Can I find a car rental in Columbus Airport which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Yes, momondo shows deals with enhanced cleaning services for rental cars in Columbus Airport.

Can I search for rental cars in Columbus Airport with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on rental cars in Columbus Airport.

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Car rental at Columbus Airport

Learn everything there is to know about renting 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?

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Columbus Airport?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Columbus Airport?

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Columbus Airport?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Columbus Airport?

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Columbus Airport?

Does momondo show car rental deals in Columbus Airport with free cancellation?

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Columbus Airport on momondo?

Can I find a car rental in Columbus Airport which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Can I search for rental cars in Columbus Airport with unlimited mileage on momondo?

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