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Cheap Car Hire in Illinois from $48

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 28/1 and drop-off date of 5/2. 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 hires in 2024

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 17 December 2024.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

$113

Cheapest price per day

$48

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Illinois?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Illinois 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 17 December 2024.

January

$59

February

$62

March

$73

April

$81

May

$92

June

$102

July

$114

August

$98

September

$89

October

$86

November

$84

December

$78

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Illinois is January. 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 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 17 December 2024.

At $48/day, medium car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Illinois in the past week. Out of 330 car hire agencies operating in Illinois, there are, in total, 17,154 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

People mover

People mover

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Illinois

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Illinois to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Small cars

$76 - $125

All Car Types

$88 - $153

To hire a small car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $103/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Illinois (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$125/day). In fact, February is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a small car saves you 17% 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 Illinois small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $117/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Illinois (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$164/day). In fact, February is about 50% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a medium car saves you 5% 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 Illinois medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $134/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Illinois (~$88/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$174/day). In fact, November is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a large car is 9% more expensive. 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 Illinois large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $119/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Illinois (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$150/day). In fact, June is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a SUV saves you 3% 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 Illinois SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $120/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Illinois (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$213/day). In fact, September is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a van saves you 3% 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.

To hire a luxury car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $130/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Illinois (~$63/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$223/day). In fact, November is about 52% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a luxury car is 7% more expensive. 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 Illinois luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Illinois, you would pay an average price of $146/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Illinois (~$127/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$277/day). In fact, June is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Illinois, hiring a convertible is 17% more expensive. 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 Rio$58/day
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Kia Rio
Holden Barina$60/day
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Holden Barina

Top hire 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 17 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Illinois, including pickup locations serving Chicago, Hudson and Glen Ellyn. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
156 reviews54 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Budget

6.1
Okay
247 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Hertz

5.9
Fair
343 reviews37 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Dollar

5.2
Fair
138 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.4

Value

5.3

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
94 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Sixt

6.7
Okay
60 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.9

Avis

6.4
Okay
85 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

5.8
Fair
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Best Illinois car hire deals found

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 $63. Data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Illinois, including locations near Chicago, Hudson and Glen Ellyn. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
Toyota Corolla$48/day
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Toyota Corolla
Nissan Juke$48/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Juke
Kia Forte$56/day
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M
A/C
Kia Forte

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $124/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for $80/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Dec. 8.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Illinois?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Illinois from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($48/day), Dollar ($57/day), and Fox ($58/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), Silvercar (8.2 rating) and National (8.1 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Illinois.

  • What are petrol prices like in Illinois?

    The average price of petrol in Illinois is $1.42/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $64 and $92 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Illinois. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $671 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Illinois for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 28%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Illinois.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Illinois for a month is certainly possible.

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

    You can potentially save up to 55% on a month-long rental by booking with Routes Car & Truck Rentals. Routes Car & Truck Rentals is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Illinois can cost you on average $2,878 a month or $96 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Luxury car hires in Illinois

Find luxury car hire deals in Illinois from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car hires in Illinois cost an average of $108 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
These are some of the best options we've found when it comes to luxury car hires in Illinois, including pickup locations near Chicago, Hudson and Glen Ellyn. Make sure to compare the details of each deal to find the one that is right for you.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$88/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$91/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-Class$94/day
5
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Van hires in Illinois

Find van hire deals in Illinois from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Illinois cost an average of $93 per day. Price data was last updated on 17 December 2024.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van hires in the Illinois region, including pickup options close to Chicago, Hudson and Glen Ellyn. If you're not finding the right deal for your van hire, check back soon as deals are constantly being refreshed.
Toyota HiAce$93/day
5
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A/C
Toyota HiAce

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