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Cheap Car Hire in Illinois from $51

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 17/7 and drop-off date of 7/8. 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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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 11 July 2025.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$84

Cheapest price per day

$51

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 11 July 2025.

At $51/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Illinois in the past week. Out of 356 car hire agencies operating in Illinois, there are, in total, 17,581 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Suzuki Baleno$54/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Baleno
Mitsubishi Mirage$55/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
MG 3$62/day
2
M
A/C
MG 3

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 $67. Data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car hires in Illinois, including locations near Chicago, Naperville and Hudson. Deals are constantly refreshed so come back soon for more car hire options.
Kia Stonic$51/day
4
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A/C
Kia Stonic
Toyota Corolla$54/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla$54/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Corolla

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 80 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around $69/day on average when booked 80 days ahead, which saves you 28% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

In Illinois, the most affordable car hire company right now is Routes Car & Truck Rentals, offering prices from just $50.54/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at $53.25/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Illinois is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.2/10 with 132 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.0/10 with 331 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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 $108 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 $108 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

$60

February

$53

March

$69

April

$72

May

$88

June

$104

July

$108

August

$98

September

$83

October

$82

November

$79

December

$87

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

SUV cars (Honda CR-V, for example) are the most popular in Illinois. Intermediate (Honda CR-V) and Standard (Ford Mustang Convertible) 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 54 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 35.

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 11 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Illinois, including pickup locations serving Chicago, Naperville and Hudson. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
132 reviews54 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.0
Okay
331 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
244 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.3
Fair
134 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

7.8
Good
85 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

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
80 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $83/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for $61/day from Turo, booked on Jul. 6.

  • 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 $450 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 72% on a month-long rental by booking with Turo. Turo is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Illinois can cost you on average $1,931 a month or $64 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 11 July 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 ($37+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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