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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Columbia

  • Mini rental cars in Columbia are around 14% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Columbia

  • How much is gas price in Columbia?

    The average gas price in Columbia is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Columbia?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Columbia.

  • Which car rental companies are at Lambert-St Louis airport (STL)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Lambert-St Louis airport include Budget, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Dollar and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Lambert-St Louis airport (STL)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Lambert-St Louis airport to off-airport locations include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Thrifty, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Columbia?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Columbia?

    A Mini car rental in Columbia costs $72 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Columbia?

    An Economy car rental in Columbia costs $61 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Columbia?

    A Special car rental in Columbia costs $105 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Columbia?

    Most car rental providers in Columbia offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Columbia, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Columbia?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 1 car rental agencies in Columbia.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Columbia?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Columbia?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Columbia so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Columbia car rental reviews and directory

Budget

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2 locations in Columbia

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Locations in Columbia

12232 Tesson Ferry Rd

+1 314 845 1963

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

4039 Jeffco Boulevard

+1 636 467 5693

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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8.0 Very good

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

pick-up staff very friendly

Cons:

drop-off was confusing. There were no signs telling me what to do and no employees around.

9.6 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Have me an upgrade due to the high volume of business they have been experiencing. That was awesome, but they also we're turning vehicles around so quickly and focusing on sanitizing them that they did not have time to wash the exterior. Did not matter to me, it was just the only silly little thing I can say that wasn't flawless.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Letting us know you havr to have a credit check b 4 you go and pick up a rental.. To find out you are denied

10.0 Wonderful

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and the car they set me up in was very comfortable and clean.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was extremely friendly and I had a great experience! I've never rented from Budget before but from my first interaction with the staff, I knew that I made the right decision.

9.2 Wonderful

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Patrick was very friendly.

Cons:

I think I could have saved a little more if I had used the 30% rentalcars.com offer that was in my email; but, I ran out of time to change my reservation. On 2/4, I paid $136 for a one day rental, St. Louis, MO to Hickory, NC. On 2/10, I paid $36 for a 2-hour rental, Lynchburg, VA to Richmond, VA.

1 out of 14

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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4 locations in Columbia

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Locations in Columbia

156 Southwoods Ctr

+1 618 281 8303

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

3633 Lemay Ferry Rd

+1 314 894 4400

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

3932 Jeffco Blvd

+1 636 461 1469

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

5718 South Lindbergh

+1 314 842 6220

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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8.0 Very good

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very busy

10.0 Wonderful

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing! I was pleased.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and went above and beyond taking care of my rental for me. When we were doing the walk around to make sure everything looked good, we noticed there was some bird poo on the side of the vehicle and they said they wanted to give it a quick wash for me before sending me out in it, which I though was very nice of them to do that, even though they didn't have to. I have rented from different Enterprises around the St. Louis and St. Charles areas, and this one has been by far the best.

2.0 Poor

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very rude. Car reserved not available at pickup

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Got me in and out quick, was cheaper than I booked for, big plus! The car was a bit woren out on the inside but got me where I was going.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The enterprise that kayak selected to use was not the same location that the airport takes you to with their shuttle. Therefore I had to rent a completely different car from the airport enterprise or try to figure out some way to get 40 minutes away where the reservation was. Kayak should know that the airport shuttle does not go to the location that was selected and that it would be extremely difficult to get there without knowing a lot about that area. I didn't get to use my kayak reservation and because of kayak I had to rent 2 cars essentially and only used one. Please don't waste my money and refund my reservation.

1 out of 6

Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in Columbia

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12232 Tesson Ferry Rd

+1 314 845 1829

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

4039 Jeffco Boulevard

+1 636 464 8757

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Great customer service

8.0 Very good

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

I made a reservation without realizing I it was for a location other than the international airport location where I was arriving. It took a long time to get to the desk upon arrival. Once I got to the desk, I found out my mistake. To complicate matters, it was on Thursday before the Easter weekend. The other location was 30 minutes or so away. The rental agent gave me the price for a new reservation at the airport--but it was almost double the price of my reservation. After several minutes and a final request to see if the rental agent could do ANYTHING to help me, he found a rate that was $20 higher than my original reservation. I really appreciated that!!! Sometimes slower is okay. Thank you!

Cons:

If I could have gotten through the process faster, I could have spent more time seeing St. Louis...but as mentioned...I made the reservation mistake and Avis/Budget helped me out.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2023

KAYAK
I was never able to get my car. I’m hoping I don’t get charged for a car I never picked up. Even though the pick up was supposed to be at the airport, my car was not there. I had to make a whole different reservation.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2023

KAYAK
We were told they weren’t going to have our van. If we hadn’t stopped by the location a couple weeks before, we wouldn’t have found out until the day we were supposed to leave on our trip.

2.0 Poor

Apr 2023

KAYAK
1. Vehicle showed Oil Maintenance Required but I was told it was safe to drive. Not true as I had to exchange the vehicle in the middle of my trip. 2. Had a query about a Toll charge, was told it was a vehicle I had not rented. Then was told that a charge would need to be processed to update the list of vehicles I had driven. 3. Replacement vehicle had Expired Registration

2.0 Poor

Mar 2023

KAYAK
You need to be clearer in you app whether the rental location is at the airport or not. When I rented the car I had know way of quickly knowing that that place I reserved the car was not the airport rental but a second location 40 minutes away.

1 out of 6

Hertz

No score available yet

One location in Columbia

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Locations in Columbia

5706 S Lindbergh Blvd

+1 314 843 6570

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00

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Car rental locations in or near Columbia

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Most popular car type

Mini

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