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Pros

" off was simple and easy."(in 1485 reviews)
" and got great mileage."(in 3750 reviews)
"The was just OK."(in 1394 reviews)

Cons

"Nothing, ed the car."(in 252 reviews)
"ing with them again."(in 252 reviews)
"poor ."(in 355 reviews)

Reviews

Overall rating6.4 OkayBased on 88 reviews
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.9
Overall
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
6.1

Recent reviews

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8.0
The main focus is the airport , there aren’t many non-airport locations.Reviewed 8 Apr 2024
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2.0
Drop off was easy and gentleman was nice. Pick up in CMH took forever and vehicle was dirty with bald tires. It wasn't worth it to spend another 45 minutes in line to get a new vehicle. Guy behind the counter in CMH was trying to con everyone into insurance and other add-ons which is what caused a 45 minute way for a line of 3 customers.Reviewed 8 Mar 2024
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10.0
It was the most organized rental experience I’ve ever had. They are on point . From the counter to the drop off their customer service is outstanding. I wish more rental companies got it right like they have. A+ experience thank y’all so much !Reviewed 4 Mar 2024
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10.0
I was just a good all around experience. Very good. Keep up the good workReviewed 20 Nov 2023
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6.0
I got a small vehicle instead of what was requested and paid for, I about ran thru two red lights because not seeing them due to seating being to small for my bodyReviewed 24 Sept 2023
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6.0
The drop off signage needs additional work as it was very difficult to figure out where to pull in our car and the person checking in early in the morning was very unprofessional to us as we didn't know where to put the car, seems you didn't want to walk the extra 50 ft to get the carReviewed 23 Aug 2022
review fromkayak
1.9
not staffed adequately. i booked through a third party and when asking for courtesy extension of a couple of hours due to highway traffice accident, they told me i had to book an extra day. on top of that, there was an additional fee to extend my reservation since it was more than 6 hours. i will never book with budget again.Reviewed 24 Jun 2021
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6.0
Cons:The car had a bad smell where you could tell previous driver had probably smoked in it. The dash was dirty. I had to clean it with disinfectant wipes and spray the entire car down with Lysol.Reviewed 31 May 2021
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2.0
Pros:I could not change my reservation pick up time to the next day. So I had to cancel it and when I tried to reschedule it was not available anymore.Cons:Allow people to push back a pick up or drop off date.Reviewed 10 May 2021
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2.0
Pros:The car started and drove. The car did it's job. Everything else was terrible.Cons:Long wait lines, charged an unexpected fee. I will not be using budget in the future.Reviewed 29 Mar 2021
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6.0
Cons:Pickup and drop off took way too long because there was only 1 person behind the counter. Car was clean, no issues there, but it was expensive overall with poor service due to staffing.Reviewed 29 Mar 2021
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10.0
Pros:Nothing specificCons:Giving me the sized car I reserved. Bigger car than I reservedReviewed 23 Mar 2021
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Budget car hires near Columbus Airport

Address

4106 International Gateway

Hours

Monday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 23:59

Phone

+1 380 867 0247

Address

240 South Hamilton Road

Hours

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday12:00 - 16:00

Phone

+1 614 863 7500

Address

369 Stoneridge Lane

Hours

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday13:00 - 17:00

Phone

+1 614 416 2708
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Top tips for hiring a car from Budget at Columbus Airport

  • Book Budget car rentals at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) if you want a wide selection of vehicles to choose from, including SUVs, pickup trucks, sports cars, hybrid vehicles, and electric cars. There are many class sizes ranging from compact, economy, and standard, to midsize, full-size, and premium. If you need a vehicle for six or more passengers, you can book a Minivan, Standard Elite SUV, Full-Size SUV, Premium SUV, or Premium Elite SUV. These larger vehicles have more power, are roomier, and have plenty of room for bags.
  • After you’ve flown into Columbus, claimed your luggage, and are ready to pick up your Budget car rentals at Columbus Airport (CMH), follow purple signs to the purple-painted area to take a quick shuttle bus to the airport's consolidated car rental facility. The Budget office at Columbus Airport is open daily from 8 am to 1 am the next morning. For after-hours returns, it is a simple process: park and lock the vehicle, then drop off the completed contract and keys in the specified box.
  • We recommend you join the free Budget FastBreak program, so when you book Budget car rentals at Columbus Airport, it is quick and easy to pick up and drop off your vehicle. The program enables you to bypass long lines by simply presenting your valid driver’s license to get your keys. Budget car rental returns at Columbus Airport are located in the same location where you pick up your vehicle at the consolidated car rental facility.
  • Wondering what it’s like to drive an electric or hybrid vehicle? Renting one for your trip is a great opportunity to try one out and Budget offers a large fleet of electric vehicles at Columbus Airport. An electric car from their Full-Size Hybrid class accommodates up to five passengers and will get approximately 51 mpg. A fully electric vehicle from their Standard Elite Electric class will have automatic transmission and is suitable for up to 5 people. If Columbus is your final destination the city has 973 public charging stations, of which 153 are free.
  • 25% of our users found hire cars from Budget at Columbus Airport for £38 or less
  • Book your hire car at Columbus Airport from Budget at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars from Budget at Columbus Airport are around 100% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car from Budget at Columbus Airport

  • Does Budget have child safety seats available at Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    When making your car rental reservation you can add a child safety seat to simplify your travel instead of traveling with a heavy car seat. Budget offers three sizes of car seats for children. The infant seat is for children 2-20 pounds, the safety seat is for children 20-40 pounds, and the booster seat is suitable for kids 40-80 pounds. It is recommended to call your rental location in advance if you have specific questions about the model or style as they do vary.

  • Do I need to return my rental vehicle with a full tank of gas at Columbus Airport?

    It depends on what you agree to in your contract. If you choose the pay in advance for a full tank option, then you can bring the vehicle back nearly empty. Another option is to simply return the car with any amount of fuel and pay a service charge for any fuel used. The cheapest option is to fill the tank yourself at a gas station on your way back to the airport. Save your receipt and you will avoid the refueling service charge.

  • What does Budget at Columbus Airport offer for drivers with limited mobility?

    If you have limited mobility, when you book Budget car rentals at Columbus Airport they can provide hand controls, as well panoramic mirrors, spinner knobs, transfer boards, and swivel seats. Demand can vary so it is recommended that you reserve assistive devices within 48 hours of car pickup. Please note Budget cannot provide hand controls on every make or model of vehicle. Additionally, drivers who aren't underage can be authorized to drive the rental car for the renter with a disability for no extra charge.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Budget at Columbus Airport?

    On average a hire car from Budget at Columbus Airport costs £52 per day.

  • What is the most popular hire car from Budget at Columbus Airport?

    Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked hire car type from Budget at Columbus Airport.

  • Where can I find Budget hire cars at Columbus Airport?

    4106 International Gateway is the closest Budget hire car location to Columbus Airport. The telephone number for this location is +1 380 867 0247.

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Columbus Airport (CMH)?

    Yes