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Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Address:
3010 Aviation Way,
West Columbia,
SC,
29170,
United States
Phone:
(1) 803-822-5100
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 - 10:00 PM
Holiday Hours:
2025
THANKSGIVING
November
27
09:00AM - 05:00PM
CHRISTMAS EVE
December
24
07:00AM - 08:00PM
CHRISTMAS
December
25
09:00AM - 05:00PM
NEW YEARS EVE
December
31
07:00AM - 08:00PM
2026
NEW YEARS DAY
January
1
09:00AM - 05:00PM
If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.
Where is Avis at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
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.
Lock the vehicle and place the keys in the key drop box for After Hours Returns located in the return area. Don't forget to remove all your belongings from the vehicle prior to returning the keys.
A vehicle that is returned after hours will be checked in when the location opens the next business day. If returning after hours when a location is closed, the customer is responsible for the vehicle until the satisfactory check in of the rental vehicle the next business day.
Columbia Airport Rental Car Return
Quickly drop off your rental before your flight at 3010 Aviation Way, West Columbia, SC, 29170 (pick up and drop-off locations are the same). Once you are at the Columbia Airport, follow the blue signs that direct you to the rental car return. Park and lock the car, then check out before boarding your flight.
Car Rental Columbia, SC, Airport Information
Rain or shine, a Columbia Airport car rental can be your go-to transportation across the city. Easily make your way from the airport to business meetings or tourist attractions. Feel like a true local as you eat at Cola’s Restaurant, visit the Columbia Museum of Art, and walk around Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park. Choose Avis for a car rental in Columbia, SC, and benefit from coupons, airport convenience, and popular vehicle models. Plus, you get access to download the Avis App, one of the top car rental apps in the country. The Avis App allows you to book a car, change or cancel your reservation, and choose your rental model, all from your phone! Here are a few more perks of renting from Avis.
Located in Baggage Claim Area
Late Hours
Monthly Car Rental Plans
What is the best type of car to rent in Columbia?
Rent a sedan or SUV rental from the Columbia Airport and visit nearby national parks, lakes, museums, and more. Sedans are a great choice when traveling around the city or driving long distances. The storage and seats in an SUV make these vehicles popular among groups, people hauling equipment, and those who love exploring the outdoors. Discover the sizes of sedans and SUVs offered at Avis.
Sedan Rental
From compact cars to full-size sedans, these models are easier to park and can help you save money on gas.
SUV Rental
Not only are SUVs versatile and stylish, but you can also choose between different sizes. We offer 5-, 7-, and 8-seat SUVs at CAE.
Rent a Car and Explore Columbia
A car rental from Columbia, SC, Airport can take you deep into the forest or across the Columbia Canal. Add these popular attractions to your adventures.
Local Attractions
Congaree National Park: This forest is filled with outdoor adventures. Spend the night under the stars, map out a hiking trail, or begin to canoe down the Congaree River.
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden: Riverbanks is not only a zoo and garden but an aquarium too. The Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is a great place to spend the day with friends and family.
- Soda City Market: A year-round market held every Saturday morning with over 100 vendors selling products that are focused around your brain, body, and belly.