Chicago car rentals in 2023
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 29 November 2023.
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 29 November 2023.
January
AED 161
February
AED 154
March
AED 194
April
AED 190
May
AED 213
June
AED 231
July
AED 242
August
AED 238
September
AED 213
October
AED 213
November
AED 198
December
AED 209
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 29 November 2023.
At AED 110/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, 114 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:
Economy
AED 113+
Compact
AED 110+
Intermediate
AED 116+
Standard
AED 123+
Full-size
AED 150+
People carrier
AED 188+
Full-size SUV
AED 175+
Pick-up truck
AED 150+
Economy
AED 113+
Compact
AED 110+
Intermediate
AED 116+
Standard
AED 123+
Full-size
AED 150+
People carrier
AED 188+
Full-size SUV
AED 175+
Pick-up truck
AED 150+
Economy
AED 113+
Compact
AED 110+
Intermediate
AED 116+
Standard
AED 123+
Full-size
AED 150+
People carrier
AED 188+
Full-size SUV
AED 175+
Pick-up truck
AED 150+
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 29 November 2023.
Small cars | AED 142 - AED 375 | |
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All Car Types | AED 246 - AED 538 |
To rent a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 256/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Chicago, the United States (~AED 142/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 375/day). In fact, February is about 45% 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 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 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 AED 315/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~AED 186/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 564/day). In fact, February is about 41% 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 8% 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 AED 437/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Chicago, the United States (~AED 272/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 889/day). In fact, December 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 is 22% 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 rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 328/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~AED 196/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 735/day). In fact, October is about 41% 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 4% 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 rent a van in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 368/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a van in Chicago, the United States (~AED 128/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~AED 647/day). In fact, December is about 66% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a van is 8% 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.
To rent a luxury car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of AED 348/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Chicago, the United States (~AED 258/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~AED 632/day). In fact, December is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a luxury car is 3% 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.
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 29 November 2023.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Chicago, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Payless in Chicago. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.
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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 AED 134. Data was last updated on 29 November 2023.
These are the best deals we've found on rental cars in Chicago. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 November 2023.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 330/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 289/day from Thrifty, booked on Nov. 26.
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: Dollar (AED 113/day), Thrifty (AED 116/day), and Hertz (AED 131/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.2 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 AED 4.15/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 187 and AED 270 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Europcar?
Hiring a car in Chicago for a week can be a great option for travel. Europcar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around AED 1,305/week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 33% to make it a great deal in Chicago. Try to book at least 10 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the 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 Thrifty can potentially be 36% below the average car hire price in Chicago. Check prices and availability for Thrifty and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Chicago is on average AED 5,594 a month or AED 186 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 December to be on average AED 0 per day.
What car do most people hire in Chicago?
The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Standard (Kia Sorento) in Chicago, making it the most popular option.