
Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from ฿938
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 29/5 and drop-off date of 5/6. 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.
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 30 April 2025.
January
฿1,235
February
฿1,201
March
฿1,435
April
฿1,669
May
฿2,003
June
฿2,170
July
฿2,437
August
฿2,103
September
฿1,869
October
฿1,802
November
฿1,802
December
฿1,769
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 30 April 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Chicago this past week from 129 hire locations out of 32 hire agencies. Prices for a Chicago small car hire start from ฿938/day. Check out available deals for 6 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
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 30 April 2025.
Small cars | ฿636 - ฿3,902 | |
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All Car Types | ฿1,531 - ฿4,226 |
To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of ฿1,730/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~฿636/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿3,902/day). In fact, February is about 64% 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 32% 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 ฿2,215/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~฿1,527/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿4,064/day). In fact, January is about 32% 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 12% 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 ฿2,660/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~฿1,867/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~฿4,135/day). In fact, January is about 30% 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. 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 ฿2,216/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~฿1,163/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~฿4,777/day). In fact, February is about 48% 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 12% 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 ฿2,144/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chicago, the United States (~฿3,038/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~฿6,881/day). In fact, August is about 41% 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 15% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of ฿1,900/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States (~฿2,595/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~฿6,202/day). In fact, April is about 36% 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 25% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
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 30 April 2025.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Chicago, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.
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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 ฿1,656. Data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Chicago. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
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 (฿955/day), Dollar (฿1,292/day), and Avis (฿1,436/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (7.8 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.3 rating) and National (7.0 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 ฿35.06/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between ฿1,577 and ฿2,278 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Avis?
Avis offers hire cars in Chicago for about ฿19,628 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago for the best price?
Booking your car hire early can save you up to 32%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Chicago.
Can I rent a car for a month in Chicago?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Chicago for a month is certainly possible.
How much is a car hire in Chicago for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Chicago, you can expect the average price to be around ฿0. Usually a Compact SUV hire in Chicago is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Compact SUV for May, it will cost approximately ฿0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Chicago?
The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Chicago is Economy (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.
Van rentals in Chicago
Find van rental deals in Chicago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Chicago cost an average of ฿3,398 per day. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle, check out some of the deals we've found on van rentals in Chicago. Be sure to check back often to find alternative deals on van rentals.
Car rentals by fuel type in Chicago
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (฿34+).