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Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from ₹ 3,350

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 24/9 and drop-off date of 3/10. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Illinois. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 July 2026.

Most popular company

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

₹ 6,414

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,350
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Popular car types in Illinois

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Illinois and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 4 July 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Illinois this past week from 18,023 hire locations out of 392 hire agencies. Prices for a Illinois small car hire start from ₹ 3,350/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 3,541+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 3,350+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 3,706+

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Standard

Standard

₹ 3,555+

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Full-size

Full-size

₹ 4,229+

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Minivan

Minivan

₹ 5,898+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

₹ 6,271+

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Premium

Premium

₹ 4,531+

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Supplier choice

Supplier choice

₹ 3,739+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

₹ 4,174+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₹ 4,229+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

₹ 4,693+

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Best car rental deals found in Illinois

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Illinois. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Illinois with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,232. Data was last updated on 4 July 2026.
Toyota Etios₹ 3,350/day
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Toyota Etios
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Hyundai i20₹ 3,541/day
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Hyundai i20
Found 07/02/26
Skoda Octavia₹ 3,555/day
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Skoda Octavia
Found 07/03/26

Cheapflights insights for Illinois car rentals

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 33 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 3,841/day on average when booked 33 days ahead, which saves you 7,381% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

Routes Car & Truck Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Illinois with deals as low as ₹ 25/day found in the past two weeks. Sixt is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₹ 46/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Illinois is Avis (rated 6.4/10). National (rated 6.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Avis
Avis
6.4
National
National
6.0
Europcar
Europcar
5.5
Payless
Payless
5.3

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Illinois?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Illinois is January, when you can expect to pay ₹ 3,460/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Illinois is July (₹ 6,634/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

₹ 3,460

February

₹ 3,904

March

₹ 4,952

April

₹ 5,269

May

₹ 6,253

June

₹ 6,158

July

₹ 6,634

August

₹ 5,078

September

₹ 3,777

October

₹ 3,904

November

₹ 4,285

December

₹ 4,983

What car do most people rent in Illinois?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Illinois are the following: SUV cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar), Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar), and Standard cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Avis has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 2.

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Top rental agencies in Illinois

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Illinois known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Illinois. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2026.

Avis

22 locations
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National

9 locations
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Europcar

1 location
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Payless

2 locations
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Thrifty

18 locations
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Easirent

8 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.1

TravelCar

1 location
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Rhodium

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under ₹ 6,414/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for ₹ 3,586/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Jun. 27.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    Hiring a car in Illinois for a week can be a great option for travel. Routes Car & Truck Rentals, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around ₹ 33,488/week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Illinois check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    The average cost of a car rental in Illinois for a month is ₹ 143,518. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

Car rentals by fuel type in Illinois

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Illinois. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 4 July 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₹ 48+).

Electric

Electric

₹ 59+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 48+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 71+

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