Columbus Rickenbacker Airport

Cheap Car Rentals in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport

Columbus, OH - Rickenbacker (LCK)
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Compare available car types for rental in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Tips for renting a car in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport

Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on April 26, 2024.
  • Situated just 15 miles south of downtown Columbus, the Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) makes an ideal location for securing a car rental to explore Ohio's capital city. At LCK, you can find nationally recognized car rental companies such as Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, Avis, Alamo, Thrifty, Dollar, and National. If you are flying into Columbus, simply follow the purple signs to the arrivals curb where you can board a free shuttle to the LCK Rental Car Center. You will return your rental car to the Rental Car Center parking lot, and then you can board the complimentary purple shuttle bus back to LCK.
  • Driving a Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) car rental is a wonderful way to see the city of Columbus, Ohio. According to your own agenda and not restricted to the schedules of time-consuming public transportation, you can see the sites of the city. You can visit the parks along the Scioto River, the COSI Science Center, the Columbus Museum of Art, and a restored 19th-century German village. LCK car rentals allow you to explore beyond city limits, to enjoy Alum Creek State Park Beach, Wayne National Forest, and nearby cities including Cleveland, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh.
  • If you are interested in driving north from Columbus into Canada, most car rental agencies will allow this. However, you must tell the car rental agency that you plan to drive into Canada at the time that you make your reservation. The car rental company must make sure that all documentation and insurance is in order. At the border, you will need to show your valid US driver's license, your valid US passport, and a Canadian non-resident insurance card, which you must obtain from the rental car company.

Top rental agencies in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 3 car rental companies in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport. Reviews were last updated on April 26, 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very good
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Hertz

7.4
Good
14 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Free2Move

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 26, 2024.
  • What should I know about driving in Ohio?

    When you're driving you're Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) car rental in Columbus and throughout Ohio, there are a few rules of the road to be aware of. In Ohio, by law, drivers to the right get the right of way at an intersection or when two vehicles confront each other. Your headlights must be on not only from sunset to sunrise but, also when it is rainy, snowy, or foggy. But remember, use your low beams in fog. In Ohio, you cannot be holding your cell phone or any other communications device while you are driving. Adhere to all posted speed limits and when in doubt, travel with the flow of traffic. If you get a speeding ticket in Ohio, you could be fined up to $150 and get from 2 to 4 points on your license.

  • Should I mention add-ons when I make my car rental reservation?

    When you make your car rental reservation with an agency at Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), you should reserve any add-ons you might need, such as a navigation device or a child safety seat.  If you don’t include such add-ons in the reservation, what you need might not be available when you arrive to collect your rental car – and not having an add-on can certainly impact you’re your plans. For instance, according to the law in Ohio, all children must be secured in a child's safety seat appropriate for their size until they are either 8 years old or 4 feet 9 inches tall.

  • What are the requirements for renting a car at the Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)?

    When you rent a car from the Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), you will need your driver's license with your picture on it and a major credit card in your own name. To rent a car from an agency at LCK, you need to be at least 21 years old. However, some agencies may charge you a daily fee for being a Young Renter if you are younger than 25. When you are comparing car rental companies at LCK, ask whether you will be charged such a fee. Other things to ascertain before you make your reservation include whether you can pay with a debit card and whether you will need to show proof of your own insurance if you do not opt for the rental car company insurance.

  • What is the cheapest rental car found at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $65/day when booking a rental car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport. The best deal a user found was for $30/day from Avis, booked on Apr. 21.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($30/day), Turo ($35/day), and Avis ($39/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.5 rating), Alamo (8.1 rating) and National (7.7 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport for a week from Budget?

    Renting a car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport for a week can be a great option for travel. Budget, the most popular car rental company for this area, offers rental cars for around $443/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 30% to make it a great deal at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Columbus Rickenbacker Airport it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport for a month?

    Avis currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 83% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Columbus Rickenbacker Airport. Typically, a monthly car rental at Columbus Rickenbacker Airport can be found for $1,900. You can find car rental deals to be on average $63 a day.

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