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Cheap Car Hire in Illinois from $46
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 19/1 and drop-off date of 1/2. 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 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 23 October 2025.
Most popular company | Alamo |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $81 |
Cheapest price per day | $46 |
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 23 October 2025.
At $46/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Illinois in the past week. Out of 362 car hire agencies operating in Illinois, there are, in total, 17,550 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:
Economy
$46+
Compact
$57+
Intermediate
$54+
Standard
$56+
Full-size
$56+
People mover
$84+
Full-size SUV
$70+
Premium
$56+
Premium SUV
$75+
Compact SUV
$54+
Intermediate SUV
$55+
Standard SUV
$60+
Supplier choice
$64+
Compare car hire 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:
Here are the best Illinois van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Illinois luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Kia Rio$46/day
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Best car hire 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 $60. Data was last updated on 23 October 2025.
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Toyota Yaris Cross$54/day
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Cheapflights insights for Illinois car hires
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 car hire in Illinois 40 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $65/day on average when booked 40 days ahead, which saves you 23% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?
In Illinois, the most affordable car hire company right now is Hertz, offering prices from just $53.67/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Routes Car & Truck Rentals, with rates starting at $55.60/day.
What is the best car rental company in Illinois?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Illinois is Alamo (rated 8.0/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Alamo
8.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.5
Sixt
6.8
Avis
6.4
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Illinois?
At Illinois, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $53. 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 Illinois, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $53. 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
$61
February
$53
March
$70
April
$72
May
$85
June
$105
July
$112
August
$105
September
$66
October
$80
November
$79
December
$87
What car do most people hire in Illinois?
SUV cars (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Illinois. Intermediate (Mitsubishi Outlander) and Full-size (GMC Yukon) 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 46 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 27.
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 23 October 2025.
Alamo
6 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
46 locations
Sixt
4 locations
Avis
16 locations
Budget
16 locations
Hertz
27 locations
National
6 locations
Payless
2 locations
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 October 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $81/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for $66/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Oct. 19.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Alamo?
Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Illinois. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $766 per week.
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 $3,281 a month or $109 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
Car hires by fuel type in Illinois
Browse car hires by fuel type in Illinois. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 23 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($33+).
Electric
$37+
Hybrid
$33+
Petrol/Diesel
$54+
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