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Cheap Car Hire in Chicago from $61

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 20/7 and drop-off date of 12/8. 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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Chicago car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Chicago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 3 June 2025.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

$1.66

Average price per day

$85

Cheapest price per day

$61

Cheapest time to hire 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 3 June 2025.

January

$57

February

$55

March

$66

April

$77

May

$89

June

$100

July

$112

August

$97

September

$86

October

$83

November

$83

December

$81

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 3 June 2025.

In Chicago, there are 129 active hire locations from 32 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Chicago in the past week - currently priced from $61/day. View deals for 6 car types available to hire in this destination:

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 hire 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 3 June 2025.

Small cars

$66 - $126

All Car Types

$101 - $166

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $101/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$126/day). In fact, February is about 36% 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 20% 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 $124/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~$94/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$161/day). In fact, June is about 25% 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 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 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 $137/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~$107/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$216/day). In fact, November is about 23% 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 is 8% 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 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 $124/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$160/day). In fact, June is about 29% 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 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $126/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chicago, the United States (~$89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$266/day). In fact, January is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a van saves you 1% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of $108/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$219/day). In fact, November is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a luxury car saves you 15% 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 luxury car 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 $171/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Chicago, the United States (~$136/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$354/day). In fact, June is about 21% 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 is 26% 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.

Hyundai Accent Hatch$66/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Kia Rio$73/day
4
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio

Top hire 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 3 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Chicago, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Skim reviews, hire company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
264 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Budget

5.8
Fair
203 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

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

5.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
83 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

7.3
Good
91 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Sixt

7.0
Good
56 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

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 car hire deals found in Chicago

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 $76. Data was last updated on 3 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Chicago. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Suzuki Jimny$61/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Jimny
Subaru Legacy$62/day
5
M
A/C
Subaru Legacy
Tesla Model 3$63/day
5
7
4
M
A/C
Tesla Model 3

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 3 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $85/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $66/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on May 25.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals offers hire cars in Chicago for about $464 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Our recent data shows that Routes Car & Truck Rentals can potentially be 52% below the average car hire price in Chicago. Check prices and availability for Routes Car & Truck Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Chicago is on average $1,990 a month or $66 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Chicago car hire.

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

    Car hire prices in Chicago are typically $146 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact SUV to save money on your trip to $146. Our users have found prices for Compact SUV car hire in July to be on average $145 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car hires by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 3 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($37+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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