Downtown, Chicago car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Downtown. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Most popular company | Avis |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | $123 |
Cheapest price per day | $123 |
Cheapflights insights for Downtown car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Downtown, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Downtown?
Book your car hire in Downtown 90 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $61/day on average when booked 90 days ahead, which saves you 16% off the usual average price.
What is the best car rental company in Downtown?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Downtown is Alamo (rated 7.8/10 with 20 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.3/10 with 9 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Downtown?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Downtown is January, when you can expect to pay $60/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Downtown is July ($108/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
$60
February
$61
March
$75
April
$85
May
$91
June
$101
July
$108
August
$101
September
$100
October
$96
November
$78
December
$90
Which car hire company has the most locations in Downtown?
Budget has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Downtown at 2.
Top rental agencies in Downtown, Chicago
Explore the most popular car rental suppliers in Downtown, including their locations and customer reviews, to make the best choice for your next trip.
Alamo
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National
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Hertz
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Downtown Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Downtown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month at Downtown?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Downtown however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.