Chicago car rentals in 2023
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 1 December 2023.
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 1 December 2023.
January
₹ 3,667
February
₹ 3,501
March
₹ 4,418
April
₹ 4,334
May
₹ 4,834
June
₹ 5,251
July
₹ 5,501
August
₹ 5,418
September
₹ 4,834
October
₹ 4,834
November
₹ 4,501
December
₹ 4,751
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is February. 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 1 December 2023.
There are 29 hire agencies servicing Chicago. These agencies, altogether, have 114 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Chicago with prices from ₹ 2,492 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 3 car types you can hire in Chicago:
Economy
₹ 2,569+
Compact
₹ 2,626+
Intermediate
₹ 2,682+
Standard
₹ 3,450+
Full-size
₹ 2,739+
Minivan
₹ 3,084+
Full-size SUV
₹ 4,888+
Compact SUV
₹ 2,492+
Economy
₹ 2,569+
Compact
₹ 2,626+
Intermediate
₹ 2,682+
Standard
₹ 3,450+
Full-size
₹ 2,739+
Minivan
₹ 3,084+
Full-size SUV
₹ 4,888+
Compact SUV
₹ 2,492+
Economy
₹ 2,569+
Compact
₹ 2,626+
Intermediate
₹ 2,682+
Standard
₹ 3,450+
Full-size
₹ 2,739+
Minivan
₹ 3,084+
Full-size SUV
₹ 4,888+
Compact SUV
₹ 2,492+
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 1 December 2023.
Small cars | ₹ 5,293 - ₹ 11,111 | |
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All Car Types | ₹ 6,478 - ₹ 13,517 |
To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 7,509/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 5,293/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~₹ 11,111/day). In fact, November is about 30% 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 22% 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 ₹ 7,955/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 6,251/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 12,492/day). In fact, May is about 22% 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 18% 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 ₹ 10,191/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 4,876/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 13,797/day). In fact, February is about 53% 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 6% 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.
To hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 9,552/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 6,322/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 12,335/day). In fact, August is about 34% 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 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 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 ₹ 13,368/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 5,971/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~₹ 18,845/day). In fact, November is about 56% 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 is 29% 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.
To hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,087/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States (~₹ 4,238/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 18,617/day). In fact, January is about 48% 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 16% 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.
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 1 December 2023.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Chicago, such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Payless. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 ₹ 2,810. Data was last updated on 1 December 2023.
The best prices on car rentals in Chicago we've found at this time. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2023.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 5,064/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,454/day from Hertz, booked on Nov. 26.
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 (₹ 2,569/day), Sixt (₹ 3,002/day), and Budget (₹ 3,040/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6 rating) and National (7.4 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 ₹ 94/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₹ 4,239 and ₹ 6,123 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 offers hire cars in Chicago for about ₹ 32,799 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago for the best price?
Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 33% in Chicago - we recommend booking at least 10days in advance.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chicago?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Chicago however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Chicago for a month?
Our recent data shows that Hertz can potentially be 38% below the average car hire price in Chicago. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Chicago is on average ₹ 140,568 a month or ₹ 4,686 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?
It costs ₹ 0 for a weekend car hire in Chicago, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Chicago in January, prices are ₹ 3,033 per day on average.
What car do most people hire in Chicago?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Chicago is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) based on our Cheapflights data.