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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from AED 158

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 7/9 and drop-off date of 4/10. 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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Chicago car rentals in 2026

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 4 August 2026.

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ROUTESCARTRK

Price of petrol per litre

AED 5.00

Average price per day

AED 219

Cheapest price per day

AED 158
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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 4 August 2026.
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At AED 158/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Chicago in the past week. Out of 36 car hire agencies operating in Chicago, there are, in total, 122 hire locations. View below for 6 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

AED 170+

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Compact

Compact

AED 158+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 173+

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Full-size

Full-size

AED 169+

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People carrier

People carrier

AED 300+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 321+

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Premium

Premium

AED 293+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 343+

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Best car rental deals found in Chicago

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 AED 229. Data was last updated on 4 August 2026.
Volkswagen GolfAED 158/day
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Dodge ChargerAED 169/day
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Mazda CX-3AED 169/day
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Cheapflights insights for Chicago car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Chicago, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago?

To get the best deal on car hire in Chicago, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around AED 184, which is about 226% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Chicago?

Looking to hire a car in Chicago? Enterprise Rent-A-Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 46.09/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 55.42/day.

What is the best car rental company in Chicago?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Chicago is Budget (rated 5.7/10 with 186 reviews). Avis (rated 6.1/10 with 59 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

Budget
Budget
5.7
Avis
Avis
6.1
Europcar
Europcar
5.5
Payless
Payless
5.3

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Chicago is January, when you can expect to pay AED 140/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Chicago is July (AED 279/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

AED 140

February

AED 158

March

AED 198

April

AED 202

May

AED 235

June

AED 261

July

AED 279

August

AED 231

September

AED 187

October

AED 202

November

AED 195

December

AED 184

What car do most people hire in Chicago?

SUV cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Chicago. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Ford Edge or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Chicago?

Avis has 11 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Chicago at 2.

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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 4 August 2026.

Budget

5.7
Fair
186 reviews•10 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.7

Avis

6.1
Okay
59 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.1

Europcar

5.5
Fair
36 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

6.0

Payless

5.3
Fair
43 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.6

Thrifty

5.3
Fair
43 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.5

National

6.7
Okay
7 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

5.7

Easirent

2 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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Car rental FAQs

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

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 219/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 141/day from Routes Car & Truck Rentals, booked on Aug. 1.

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

    Hiring a car in Chicago 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 AED 1,098/week on average.

  • 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?

    Our recent data shows that Routes Car & Truck Rentals can potentially be 26% below the average car hire price in Chicago. Check prices and availability for Routes Car & Truck Rentals and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Chicago is on average AED 4,704 a month or AED 157 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Chicago car hire.

  • How much is a car hire in Chicago for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Chicago are typically AED 0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Compact to save money on your trip to AED 0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in September to be on average AED 322 per day.

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 4 August 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 49+).

Electric

Electric

AED 49+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 53+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 79+

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