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Columbia Metropolitan Airport Car Rental (CAE)
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Address:
3010 Aviation Way,
West Columbia,
SC,
South Carolina,
29170,
United States
Phone:
(1) 803-822-8346
Location Type:
Licensee
Hours of Operation:
Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Holiday Hours:
2023
MEMORIAL DAY
May
29
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May
30
09:00AM - 08:00PM
INDEPENDENCE DY
July
4
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July
5
09:00AM - 08:00PM
THANKSGIVING
November
23
-
November
24
09:00AM - 08:00PM
HOLIDAY
December
16
-
December
17
08:00AM - 05:00PM
CHRISTMAS EVE
December
24
09:00AM - 08:00PM
CHRISTMAS
December
25
-
December
26
09:00AM - 05:00PM
NEW YEARS EVE
December
31
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January
2
09:00AM - 08:00PM
If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.
Where is Budget at the Columbia, SC, Airport?
Where is Budget at the Columbia, SC, Airport?
FASTBREAK RETURN: Follow the airport signs for Car Rental return. You do not need to return to the counter to complete your rental. Record your mileage and fuel level on the rental agreement and drop it in the Budget Fastbreak return box. A closed rental agreement will be mailed to you within 48 hours.
VEHICLES: Located directly outside of terminal.
RETURNS: Same as pickup. AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Available. Park & lock the vehicle. Place keys & completed contract in the drop box located on the left side of the rental counter. NOTE - CUSTOMER is responsible for vehicle & all charges incurred, until the vehicle & contract can be physically closed out on the next business day.
When you arrive, go to the Budget counter in the baggage claim area. The manager or key person will have your contract ready and personally escort you to your vehicle.
Valet Return: If offered, you will be told about our service as you are escorted to your car.
CAE Airport Rental Car Return
Once it’s time to head back home, you can easily return your rental car to our airport location at 3010 Aviation Way, West Columbia, SC 29170. As you drive towards the airport, just follow the signs that direct you to “Rental Car Return” to find the lot. Then park your vehicle and return your key. Car rental pickup is available at the same location.
CAE Airport Rental Car Return
Once it’s time to head back home, you can easily return your rental car to our airport location at 3010 Aviation Way, West Columbia, SC 29170. As you drive towards the airport, just follow the signs that direct you to “Rental Car Return” to find the lot. Then park your vehicle and return your key. Car rental pickup is available at the same location.
Columbia, SC, Airport Car Rental Information
When you rent from Budget, your choices for Columbia airport car rental include everything from spacious SUVs and luxury sedans to compact cars and group-friendly minivans. You’re sure to find the perfect CAE car rental deals for your trip here.
Whether government business, a love for American history, or a graduation at Fort Jackson brings you to town, Budget is here to help you get around. Take advantage of our always low rates on car rental at the Columbia, SC, airport so you can enjoy a memorable stay in the Palmetto State.
CAE Rental Cars
Not sure which Columbia Metropolitan Airport rental car to choose? We’ve made the selection process easy with our car guide below and an easy-to-use mobile app. Budget provides a great selection of vehicles for family vacations, couples retreats, business trips, and more. Fit the whole family and your luggage in a roomy minivan, or give yourself some extra leg room in a full-size sedan or a tall SUV. Check out our vehicle types below.
Small to Full-Size Car Rental
For easy transportation from the airport to anywhere in town, consider a sedan rental. Experience the ease of driving a small car while saving money on gas.
SUV Rental
For outdoor excursions to Dreher Island State Park and other outdoor attractions, reserve an SUV rental so you have extra room for gear and grub.
Long-Term Car Rental
Need a car rental for more than a month? Save on transportation costs by opting for a monthly car rental with no long-term commitments.
Van Rental
Planning a family vacation to see all the best attractions in South Columbia? Select minivan rental so you have room for the whole family.
Pick-up Service Available
To use our free pick-up service, call your Budget rental location directly at the location phone number listed on your reservation confirmation. Pick-up service policies (hours of availability, allowable pick-up distance, etc.) vary by location so it's important that you call the location and make arrangements for pick-up at least 24 hours before your desired rental time. When you call the location, be ready to provide all applicable information including precise address, exact time of pick up, and a phone number where you can be reached at that time.
Please note that an off-airport Budget location cannot pick you up at an airport that has a Budget location. In this case, either you must rent your car at the airport location, or provide your own transportation to the off-airport location where you prefer to rent
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