Illinois

Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from AED 192

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 30/6 and drop-off date of 7/7. 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 23 June 2026.

Most popular company

Thrifty

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

AED 213

Cheapest price per day

AED 192

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 23 June 2026.

There are 392 hire agencies servicing Illinois. These agencies, altogether, have 17,992 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Illinois with prices from AED 192 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 6 car types you can hire in Illinois:

Economy

Economy

AED 194+

Compact

Compact

AED 195+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 196+

Standard

Standard

AED 203+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 206+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 286+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 312+

Premium

Premium

AED 323+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 405+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 192+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 203+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 210+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 224+

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 246. Data was last updated on 23 June 2026.
Mazda CX-5AED 192/day
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Mazda CX-5
Toyota YarisAED 194/day
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Toyota Yaris
Kia RioAED 195/day
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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 184/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 229% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

Routes Car & Truck Rentals is currently the cheapest car hire company in Illinois with deals as low as AED 41.43/day found in the past two weeks. Fox is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 44.05/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Illinois is Avis (rated 6.4/10). National (rated 6.0/10) 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 January, with an average daily rate of just AED 140. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 272 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 January, with an average daily rate of just AED 140. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 272 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 140

February

AED 158

March

AED 198

April

AED 202

May

AED 235

June

AED 253

July

AED 272

August

AED 231

September

AED 184

October

AED 202

November

AED 195

December

AED 184

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

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

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Avis has 22 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Payless has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 2.

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 23 June 2026.

Avis

22 locations

National

9 locations

Europcar

1 location

Payless

2 locations

Thrifty

18 locations

Easirent

8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.3

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.5

Value

5.1

TravelCar

1 location

Rhodium

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 213/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 119/day from Sixt, booked on Jun. 20.

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

    Thrifty is one of the top picks in Illinois. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,187 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 Sixt can potentially be 70% below the average car hire price in Illinois. Check prices and availability for Sixt and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Illinois is on average AED 5,087 a month or AED 170 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Illinois car hire.

Car rentals by fuel type in Illinois

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Illinois. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 23 June 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (AED 56+).

Electric

Electric

AED 56+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 57+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 97+

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