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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from S$ 43

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Chicago with a pick-up date of 10-6 and drop-off date of 22-6. 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 rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Chicago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

S$ 1.65

Average price per day

S$ 63

Cheapest price per day

S$ 43

What is the cheapest time to rent 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 16 May 2024.

January

S$ 51

February

S$ 53

March

S$ 64

April

S$ 69

May

S$ 77

June

S$ 84

July

S$ 87

August

S$ 87

September

S$ 77

October

S$ 77

November

S$ 69

December

S$ 67

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago 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 Chicago

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Chicago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 May 2024.

In Chicago, there are 117 active hire locations from 29 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Chicago in the past week - currently priced from S$ 43/day. View deals for 5 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

S$ 54+

Compact

Compact

S$ 54+

Intermediate

Intermediate

S$ 54+

Standard

Standard

S$ 75+

Full-size

Full-size

S$ 54+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

S$ 109+

Premium

Premium

S$ 74+

Luxury

Luxury

S$ 71+

Compare available car types for rental in Chicago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 16 May 2024.

Small cars

S$ 67 - S$ 140

All Car Types

S$ 78 - S$ 163

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of S$ 90/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~S$ 67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~S$ 140/day). In fact, November is about 27% 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 11% 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 S$ 101/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~S$ 74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~S$ 172/day). In fact, June is about 27% 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 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 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 S$ 100/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~S$ 58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 213/day). In fact, January is about 43% 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 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 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 S$ 107/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~S$ 76/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is April (~S$ 241/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 is 5% 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 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 S$ 85/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chicago, the United States (~S$ 79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~S$ 316/day). In fact, March is about 8% 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 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.

Toyota CorollaS$ 54/day
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Toyota Corolla
Audi A1S$ 54/day
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Audi A1
Honda FitS$ 70/day
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Top rental agencies in Chicago

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chicago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chicago. Reviews were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Chicago, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis in Chicago. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Chicago, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
382 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.7
Good
329 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Avis

6.6
Okay
152 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.2

Payless

6.4
Okay
366 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Budget

6.1
Okay
389 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
609 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
230 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.1

Value

5.6

Dollar

5.4
Fair
336 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Best Chicago car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Chicago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Chicago with an average daily rate of S$ 66. Data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Chicago. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Peugeot 3008S$ 43/day
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A/C
Peugeot 3008
Hyundai i20S$ 54/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20
Ford FocusS$ 54/day
5
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A/C
Ford Focus

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 63/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 55/day from Hertz, booked on May 12.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Chicago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Fox (S$ 42/day), Hertz (S$ 54/day), and Europcar (S$ 69/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6 rating) and National (7.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Chicago.

  • What are petrol prices like in Chicago?

    The average price of petrol in Chicago is S$ 1.65/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between S$ 74 and S$ 107 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Chicago. They can have you in a hire car for about S$ 440 per week on average.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 27% on your car hire. For a below average price in Chicago, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

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

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

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Chicago for a month is S$ 1,887. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Chicago is S$ 0. Hiring a Compact SUV is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Chicago. For the month of June, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Chicago for as low as S$ 0/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Chicago?

    Toyota RAV4, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Chicago according to Cheapflights users.

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Luxury car rentals in Chicago

Find luxury car rental deals in Chicago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Chicago cost an average of S$ 137 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Chicago by selecting one of these great deals we've found. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
BMW 5 SeriesS$ 78/day
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4
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A/C
BMW 5 Series
Audi Q5S$ 78/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi Q5
Audi Q5S$ 106/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi Q5

Van rentals in Chicago

Find people carrier rental deals in Chicago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Chicago cost an average of S$ 116 per day. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in Chicago we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Kia CarensS$ 75/day
5
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A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 75/day
5
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A/C
Kia Carens
Kia CarensS$ 75/day
5
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A/C
Kia Carens

Car rentals by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 16 May 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (S$ 40+).

Electric

Electric

S$ 40+

Hybrid

Hybrid

S$ 56+

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