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Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from $59

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 Illinois with a pick-up date of 20/8 and drop-off date of 3/9. 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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Illinois car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Illinois. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$79

Cheapest price per day

$59

Popular car types in Illinois

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Illinois and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 July 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Illinois this past week from 17,581 hire locations out of 356 hire agencies. Prices for a Illinois small car hire start from $59/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Luxury

Luxury

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare car rental deals in Illinois by type

Here are the best Illinois small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Nissan Versa$59/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Versa
Holden Barina$65/day
4
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota Yaris$67/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Best car rental deals found in Illinois

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Illinois. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Illinois with an average daily rate of $86. Data was last updated on 13 July 2025.
Nissan Versa$59/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan Versa
Holden Barina$65/day
4
M
A/C
Holden Barina
Toyota Yaris$67/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris

Cheapflights insights for Illinois car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Illinois, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Illinois?

Book your rental car in Illinois 55 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $75/day on average when booked 55 days ahead, which saves you 37% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

In Illinois, the most affordable car hire company right now is Thrifty, offering prices from just $64.90/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hertz, with rates starting at $70.02/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Illinois is Hertz (rated 5.9/10 with 279 reviews). Budget (rated 5.8/10 with 206 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Illinois?

Planning to hire a car in Illinois? January is the cheapest month, costing about $64 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $122. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$64

February

$64

March

$82

April

$87

May

$91

June

$107

July

$122

August

$99

September

$89

October

$92

November

$92

December

$87

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

SUV cars (Subaru Outback, for example) are the most popular in Illinois. Intermediate (Mazda Mazda5) and Passenger van (Nissan Pathfinder) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Illinois.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 39 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 25.

Top rental agencies in Illinois

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Illinois known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Illinois. Reviews were last updated on 13 July 2025.

Hertz

5.9
Fair
279 reviews25 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Budget

5.8
Fair
206 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
132 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

7.9
Good
78 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
93 reviews39 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.2

Sixt

7.0
Good
59 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
67 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Payless

5.8
Fair
52 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $79/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for $70/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Hertz?

    Hertz is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Illinois. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $550 per week.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Illinois check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Illinois for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Illinois is $2,357 ($79/day) on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Illinois

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Illinois. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 13 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($42+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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