Illinois

Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from AED 152

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 Illinois with a pick-up date of 9/1 and drop-off date of 23/1. 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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Illinois car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Illinois. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 2 January 2026.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 264

Cheapest price per day

AED 152

Popular car types in Illinois

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Illinois and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 2 January 2026.

There are 368 hire agencies servicing Illinois. These agencies, altogether, have 17,594 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Illinois with prices from AED 152 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Illinois:

Economy

Economy

AED 152+

Compact

Compact

AED 152+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 154+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 173+

SUV

SUV

AED 214+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 268+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 237+

Premium

Premium

AED 199+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 197+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

AED 288+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 172+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 184+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 193+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 267+

Compare car rental deals in Illinois by type

Here are the best Illinois small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Illinois luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault ClioAED 152/day
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Renault Clio
Hyundai ElantraAED 152/day
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Hyundai Elantra

Best car rental deals found in Illinois

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Illinois. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Illinois with an average daily rate of AED 199. Data was last updated on 2 January 2026.
Renault ClioAED 152/day
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Renault Clio
Hyundai ElantraAED 152/day
4
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Hyundai Elantra
Hyundai ElantraAED 154/day
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Hyundai Elantra

Cheapflights insights for Illinois car rentals

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

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

Book your car hire in Illinois 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 154/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 195% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

Dollar is currently the cheapest car hire company in Illinois with deals as low as AED 125.91/day found in the past two weeks. Routes Car & Truck Rentals is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 188.73/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Illinois is Alamo (rated 7.9/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.5/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Illinois, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just AED 129. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 268 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Illinois, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just AED 129. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 268 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

AED 132

February

AED 129

March

AED 158

April

AED 180

May

AED 209

June

AED 231

July

AED 268

August

AED 231

September

AED 184

October

AED 202

November

AED 195

December

AED 180

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Illinois. Economy cars (Buick Encore or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Cadillac CT5 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 38 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 23.

Top rental agencies in Illinois

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Illinois known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Illinois. Reviews were last updated on 2 January 2026.

Alamo

4 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

38 locations

Sixt

4 locations

Avis

18 locations

Budget

17 locations

Hertz

23 locations

National

5 locations

Payless

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 January 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 264/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 157/day from Alamo, booked on Dec. 27.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the top picks in Illinois. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,070 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Illinois check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    Our recent data shows that Alamo can potentially be 3% below the average car hire price in Illinois. Check prices and availability for Alamo and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Illinois is on average AED 4,588 a month or AED 153 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Illinois car hire.

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