Chicago

Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from RM 257

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Chicago with a pick-up date of 1/6 and drop-off date of 21/6. 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.
Chicago, IL, United States
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Chicago, IL, United States
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Noon
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Noon

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 25 April 2024.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

RM 5.78

Average price per day

RM 349

Cheapest price per day

RM 257

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 25 April 2024.

January

RM 181

February

RM 191

March

RM 229

April

RM 248

May

RM 272

June

RM 300

July

RM 310

August

RM 310

September

RM 276

October

RM 276

November

RM 248

December

RM 238

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 25 April 2024.

At RM 257/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Chicago in the past week. Out of 29 car hire agencies operating in Chicago, there are, in total, 117 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 257+

Compact

Compact

RM 257+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 258+

Standard

Standard

RM 249+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 263+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 348+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 301+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

RM 258+

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 25 April 2024.

Small cars

RM 213 - RM 568

All Car Types

RM 163 - RM 605

To rent a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 337/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 213/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 568/day). In fact, April is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a small car saves you 10% 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 rent a medium car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 293/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 163/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 643/day). In fact, January is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a medium 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 342/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 213/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~RM 1,030/day). In fact, June is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a large car saves you 9% 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 rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 291/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~RM 183/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~RM 652/day). In fact, March is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a SUV 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 257/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Perodua MyviRM 257/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi

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 25 April 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Chicago area such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
382 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
327 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Avis

6.6
Okay
152 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Payless

6.4
Okay
366 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Budget

6.1
Okay
389 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.1

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
608 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
230 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

Dollar

5.4
Fair
336 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

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 RM 275. Data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Chicago. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Proton SagaRM 257/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Perodua MyviRM 257/day
4
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Honda FitRM 258/day
5
5
M
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 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 349/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 300/day from Fox, booked on Apr. 21.

  • 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 (RM 249/day), Europcar (RM 286/day), and Dollar (RM 287/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.1 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 RM 5.78/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 260 and RM 376 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Chicago, offering car hire for around RM 2,227 per week on average.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 28% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Chicago.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Chicago.

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

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Chicago can be found for RM 9,543. You can find car rental deals for RM 318 a day on average.

  • 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 RM 0. Usually a Standard 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 Standard for May, it will cost approximately RM 196 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Chicago?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Chicago is Compact (Toyota Corolla) based on our Cheapflights data.

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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 rentals in Chicago cost an average of RM 962 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Chicago. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 301/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 331/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 374/day
5
M
BMW 3 Series

Van rentals in Chicago

Find people carrier rental deals in Chicago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier rentals in Chicago cost an average of RM 486 per day. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Peruse some of the best options we've found for renting a van in the Chicago area. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Proton ExoraRM 260/day
5
M
A/C
Proton Exora
Toyota InnovaRM 272/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova
Toyota InnovaRM 294/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Innova

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 25 April 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (RM 55+).

Electric

Electric

RM 55+

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 63+

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