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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from $75

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Chicago with a pick-up date of 20/5 and drop-off date of 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Chicago?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Chicago and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

January

$62

February

$60

March

$72

April

$84

May

$100

June

$109

July

$122

August

$105

September

$94

October

$90

November

$90

December

$89

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Chicago

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Chicago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

At $75/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Chicago in the past week. Out of 32 car hire agencies operating in Chicago, there are, in total, 129 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Compare available car types for rental in Chicago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Chicago to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

$62 - $149

All Car Types

$106 - $159

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$149/day). In fact, April is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a small car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $123/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~$91/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$155/day). In fact, March is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a medium car saves you 4% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $126/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$177/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a large car saves you 2% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $118/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$172/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a SUV saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $105/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Chicago, the United States (~$162/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$292/day). In fact, February is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a convertible saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Kia Picanto$77/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Top rental agencies in Chicago

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chicago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chicago. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Chicago, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
265 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Budget

5.8
Fair
202 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.8

Dollar

5.2
Fair
132 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

7.9
Good
84 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
95 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.0
Good
57 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
65 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

5.7
Fair
52 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Best Chicago car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Chicago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Chicago with an average daily rate of $101. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Chicago. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Volkswagen Passat$75/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Passat
Mitsubishi Mirage$77/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Holden Trax$84/day
4
M
A/C
Holden Trax

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Chicago?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Chicago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($75/day), Dollar ($84/day), and Alamo ($85/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (7.8 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) and National (7.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Chicago.

  • What are petrol prices like in Chicago?

    The average price of petrol in Chicago is $1.77/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $79 and $115 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Chicago. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $940 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago 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 32% to make it a great deal in Chicago. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Chicago?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Chicago for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much is a car hire in Chicago for a weekend?

    $0 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Chicago. To save money, consider booking a Intermediate car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in May, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $171 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Chicago?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Intermediate (Honda CR-V) in Chicago, making it the most popular option.

Car rentals by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($47+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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