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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from HK$249

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 12-10 and drop-off date of 19-10. 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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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 6 October 2024.

January

HK$295

February

HK$310

March

HK$372

April

HK$403

May

HK$458

June

HK$504

July

HK$566

August

HK$489

September

HK$442

October

HK$450

November

HK$403

December

HK$388

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 6 October 2024.

medium car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Chicago this past week from 125 hire locations out of 31 hire agencies. Prices for a Chicago medium car hire start from HK$249/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

HK$273+

Compact

Compact

HK$256+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$249+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$312+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$473+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$403+

Premium

Premium

HK$325+

Luxury

Luxury

HK$416+

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 6 October 2024.

Small cars

HK$373 - HK$1,041

All Car Types

HK$364 - HK$1,032

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of HK$621/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~HK$373/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~HK$1,041/day). In fact, April is about 41% 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 3% 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$512/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 November (~HK$994/day). In fact, April is about 31% 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 20% 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 HK$507/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~HK$339/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~HK$1,066/day). In fact, October 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 21% 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$415/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~HK$393/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~HK$763/day). In fact, May is about 6% 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 35% 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$256/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Hyundai i20HK$288/day
4
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Hyundai i20

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 6 October 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
204 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Hertz

5.8
Fair
270 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.3
Fair
135 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
94 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5
Good
95 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.1

Sixt

6.9
Okay
61 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
72 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

5.9
Fair
58 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

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$304. Data was last updated on 6 October 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.
Toyota CamryHK$249/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Camry
Volkswagen GolfHK$256/day
4
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A/C
Volkswagen Golf
Honda FitHK$288/day
4
5
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A/C
Honda Fit

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2024.
  • 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: Hertz (HK$239/day), Thrifty (HK$249/day), and Dollar (HK$256/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 (7.5 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$8.32/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$374 and HK$540 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$3,295 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 27%). 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 Supplier choice is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Chicago. For the month of November, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Chicago for as low as HK$471/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 hires in Chicago cost an average of HK$671 per day. Price data was last updated on 6 October 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$416/day
5
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$473/day
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Mercedes-Benz E-ClassHK$531/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, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 6 October 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (HK$33+).

Electric

Electric

HK$33+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$41+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$44+

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