Chicago

Cheap Car Hire in Chicago 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 Chicago with a pick-up date of 3/9 and drop-off date of 10/9. 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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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 29 August 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

$1.66

Average price per day

$67

Cheapest price per day

$48

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 29 August 2025.

In Chicago, there are 128 active hire locations from 33 car hire companies. medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Chicago in the past week - currently priced from $48/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 car hire deals in Chicago by type

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

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

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

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

Here are the best Chicago van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

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

Mazda Mazda3$56/day
4
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda3
Kia Picanto$57/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

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 $69. Data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Hyundai Avante$48/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Avante
MG MG4$56/day
4
M
A/C
MG MG4
Hyundai i20$57/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Cheapflights insights for Chicago car hires

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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Chicago, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $64, which is about 21% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Chicago?

In Chicago, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $54.76/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at $55.58/day.

What is the best car rental company in Chicago?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Chicago is Hertz (rated 5.8/10 with 253 reviews). Budget (rated 5.7/10 with 202 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Chicago, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $55. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $112 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Chicago, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $55. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging $112 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$57

February

$55

March

$66

April

$77

May

$87

June

$97

July

$112

August

$97

September

$84

October

$83

November

$83

December

$80

What car do most people hire in Chicago?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Chicago are the following: Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), SUV cars (GMC Yukon or similar), and Convertible cars (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Chicago?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 28 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Chicago at 18.

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 29 August 2025.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
253 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Budget

5.7
Fair
202 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Dollar

5.3
Fair
131 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
68 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
73 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Sixt

7.0
Good
59 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.1

Avis

6.3
Okay
62 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.1

Payless

5.8
Fair
47 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $67/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $53/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Aug. 24.

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

    Hertz offers hire cars in Chicago for about $598 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 47% 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 $2,564 a month or $85 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 $0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Intermediate to save money on your trip to $0. Our users have found prices for Intermediate car hire in September to be on average $115 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 29 August 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 ($36+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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