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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from HK$285

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 Chicago with a pick-up date of 20-1 and drop-off date of 27-1. 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 22 December 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

HK$8.17

Average price per day

HK$489

Cheapest price per day

HK$285

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 22 December 2024.

January

HK$295

February

HK$310

March

HK$365

April

HK$404

May

HK$458

June

HK$505

July

HK$567

August

HK$489

September

HK$443

October

HK$427

November

HK$419

December

HK$396

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 22 December 2024.

large car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Chicago this past week from 128 hire locations out of 31 hire agencies. Prices for a Chicago large car hire start from HK$285/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$265+

Compact

Compact

HK$408+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$315+

Standard

Standard

HK$462+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$491+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$424+

Premium

Premium

HK$285+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$393+

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 22 December 2024.

Small cars

HK$292 - HK$898

All Car Types

HK$308 - HK$789

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$522/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~HK$292/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$898/day). In fact, October is about 45% 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 5% 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 HK$395/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~HK$357/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$641/day). In fact, April is about 10% 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 28% 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.

To hire a large car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$517/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~HK$346/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,067/day). In fact, April is about 34% 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 6% 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 HK$423/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~HK$292/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$735/day). In fact, October is about 31% 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 23% 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.

Volkswagen GolfHK$408/day
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Volkswagen Golf

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 22 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Chicago, including Budget, Hertz and Dollar. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

5.9
Fair
206 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.9

Hertz

5.8
Fair
268 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.1
Fair
134 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.2

Alamo

8.0
Very Good
89 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
97 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Sixt

6.8
Okay
59 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Avis

6.4
Okay
68 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.2

Payless

5.7
Fair
55 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

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 HK$418. Data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Peruse the best Chicago car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Mercedes-Benz CLAHK$285/day
5
4
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz CLA
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$393/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Volkswagen GolfHK$408/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 22 December 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under HK$489/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for HK$489/day from Hertz, booked on Dec. 22.

  • 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: Thrifty (HK$238/day), Hertz (HK$285/day), and Europcar (HK$315/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), National (7.4 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (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 HK$8.17/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$367 and HK$531 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 HK$3,423 per week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Chicago it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 28%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • 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 is a car hire in Chicago for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Chicago is HK$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 January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Chicago for as low as HK$654/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Chicago?

    Infiniti Q50, which is a Luxury vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Chicago according to Cheapflights users.

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 hires in Chicago cost an average of HK$583 per day. Price data was last updated on 22 December 2024.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Chicago by selecting one of these great deals available. Before completing your reservation, make sure the deal you've selected matches your car rental needs and budget.
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$393/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$446/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$456/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Car rentals by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 22 December 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$29+).

Electric

Electric

HK$44+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$55+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$29+

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