Cheap Car Rentals in Columbia

Columbia, SC, United States

14 Feb — 21 Feb

Same drop-off

Tue 14/2

Noon

Tue 21/2

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

Columbia Car Rentals in 2023

Most popular company	HERTZ
Price of gas per litre	C$ 1.36
Average price per day	C$ 71
Cheapest price per day	C$ 33

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Columbia?

January

C$ 92

February

C$ 109

March

C$ 116

April

C$ 115

May

C$ 112

June

C$ 113

July

C$ 115

August

C$ 113

September

C$ 104

October

C$ 116

November

C$ 111

December

C$ 105

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Columbia is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Columbia

	Small Cars	C$ 47 - C$ 139
	All Car Types	C$ 48 - C$ 122

To rent a Small car in Columbia, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 62/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a Small car in Columbia, the United States (~C$ 47/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 139/day). In fact, September is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Columbia, renting a Small car saves you 9% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a Medium car in Columbia, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 56/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a Medium car in Columbia, the United States (~C$ 41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~C$ 140/day). In fact, December is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Columbia. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Columbia, renting a Medium car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Columbia

All major car rental suppliers in Columbia

Hertz

6.1

Okay

63 reviews•7 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

4.0

Mediocre|Mar. 2021

Staff was friendly. My husband made the reservation in his name when the car was for me. So, we cancelled the reservation in his name and put it in mine; otherwise, we would have to pay extra to add a driver which an increase in price wasn't disclosed until I asked. They honored the original price. However, since it was prepaid, the staff said it would take several weeks for a refund. We will monitor our credit card and dispute the charge if it isn't removed from my husband's account. I just hope we don't have to go to that trouble and the refund will go through as it should.

When we were going over the car, it was dirty. The Hertz staff said she had nowhere to get the car washed. What? So, I am driving a dirty car in a time businesses are stating they are disinfecting and cleaning things better than before. I thought this was unacceptable, but took the car anyway because I needed it and didn't have much if a choice.

2.0

Poor|Sep. 2022

Avoid this Hertz. Countless reviews of poor service, vehicles unavailable, and I experienced it for myself. I booked a 7 passenger vehicle for 24 hours through your website in the morning around 8 am for a noon pickup. When I arrived, the attendant said there were no such vehicles available. That's fine, I understand if you don't have one. HOWEVER, why not call me once you saw the reservation come in and let me know you would not be able to supply a vehicle to meet my request??? It would have saved everyone so much time. On top of that, the attendant said they did have a 7 passenger SUV available but it was luxury class so it would cost an additional $150. If it were my business, I would have comped the "additional charge" and let the customer take the "luxury" SUV but that just makes too much sense. Poor experience all around, I will not use Kayak for renting cars like this in the future.

2.0

Poor|Aug. 2022

I was stranded in Columbia, SC after my flight was unexpectedly diverted from Atlanta. The only option for a one way rental was Hertz at the airport. The economy car they gave me so I could drive back home to FL cost me nearly $500 for one day! Worst of all, the AC didn’t work properly. I was forced to drive 9 hours with the AC not working properly in near record heat!

10.0

Wonderful|Nov. 2021

Price could have been better.

2.0

Poor|Nov. 2021

Customer service was terrible. I’m still getting calls saying the vehicle wasn’t returned, when it was returned almost 2 weeks ago.

6.0

Okay|Oct. 2021

Everyone is strapped for cars these days. Luckily Hertz had a car for me (had a reservation via Kayak). Others coming to the counter late at night were not so lucky. The lot was thin. I reserved a sedan, e.g. Chevy Malibu but received a GMC Acadia. Way too much car, but can't be to picky these days. No agent in the return lot, had to take keys to counter, but it was quick.

1 out of 21

Enterprise

5.0

Fair

10 reviews•7 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jul. 2020

Did not get rental, didn't know about 3rd party rental.

Communication between both parties. Paid for insurance on rental I didn't get.

2.0

Poor|Nov. 2022

I entered a pick up on line of the Columbia Airport but when I went to pick up car found out it was a suburban location about 10 miles away was told the airport location had no cars to change reservation. This was my mistake so I totally understood what I did not understand when J went to location to get my car was told they had no cars and there was nothing they could do to honor my reservation. I called the 800 number and was told only location w cars was the airport. I explained I was at the airport and they said they had no cars they were able to confirm a car back at the airport but at a much higher rate than my original reservation. I don’t understand how a location can say they have no cars but call center can book one for someone or how you can have a confirmed reservation at a location but they don’t have a car for you. Then to be charged about $ 200 more after all the inconvenience. There was nothing I could do about it as I needed a vehicle but will think twice when renting again through this site and enterprise

2.0

Poor|Sep. 2022

No car available

10.0

Wonderful|Jun. 2022

Service is great

3.6

Poor|Oct. 2020

returned car a t6:30 pm and was charged for an extra day

2.0

Poor|Aug. 2020

Staff was very friendly and tried to be helpful.

They would not rent me a car without a “credit card” even though my Visa debit card worked just fine for Kayak to make my reservation and charge me $88 for the insurance I ordered for the car. And I requested a refund, but of course that’s a different company, so I have to take it up with them. I emailed the insurance company with no response!

1 out of 4

Ace

4.4

Mediocre

8 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Apr. 2022

Car was extremely dirty and reeked of cigarettes

10.0

Wonderful|Mar. 2022

ACE car rental front desk lady was very good and helpful. Thanks for everything.

2.0

Poor|Mar. 2022

I secured a rental and on my way, in an uber, to pick it up they canceled on me saying there were no cars available. Told me to go to my hotel, i had synergy else to be. Asked if they were going to drop off the car once they got one, they said no. So basically I was supposed to uber several times just to get a rental. No thank you. Awful, just awful.

8.0

Very good|Feb. 2022

I didn't get to use it do to an issue but the Rep was understanding and helpful. Will definitely use them again if needed.

4.0

Mediocre|Nov. 2021

I like the fact that they had a car. Otherwise it was a very mediocre experience

2.0

Poor|Apr. 2021

nothing

don’t wait till the day of and say you doesn’t have any cars available so unprofessional

1 out of 3

Sunnycars

2 locations

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Ace Rental Cars

1 location

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Easirent

1 location

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Car Rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Columbia?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under C$ 95/day when booking a rental car in Columbia. The best deal a user found was for C$ 45/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 28.

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Columbia?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (6.1 rating), Enterprise (5.0 rating) and Ace (4.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Columbia.

What are gas prices like in Columbia?

The average gas price in Columbia is C$ 1.36/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 61 and C$ 88 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbia for a week from Hertz?

Hertz is one of the top picks in Columbia. They can have you in a rental car for about C$ 665 per week on average.

Can I rent a car for a month in Columbia?

Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Columbia however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Columbia for a month?

Hertz currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 54% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Columbia. Typically, a monthly car rental in Columbia can be found for C$ 2,848. You can find car rental deals to be on average C$ 95 a day.