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Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from AED 174

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 14/8 and drop-off date of 21/8. 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 2025

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 16 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

AED 220

Cheapest price per day

AED 174

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 16 July 2025.

There are 356 hire agencies servicing Illinois. These agencies, altogether, have 17,578 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Illinois with prices from AED 174 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Illinois:

Economy

Economy

AED 174+

Compact

Compact

AED 177+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 187+

Standard

Standard

AED 199+

Full-size

Full-size

AED 199+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

AED 329+

Premium

Premium

AED 186+

Luxury

Luxury

AED 219+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

AED 189+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

AED 194+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 199+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

AED 200+

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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia PegasAED 174/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Pegas
Nissan SunnyAED 177/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Hyundai AccentAED 193/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent

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 204. Data was last updated on 16 July 2025.
Kia PegasAED 174/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Pegas
Nissan SunnyAED 177/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Sunny
Alfa Romeo GiuliaAED 186/day
5
M
A/C
Alfa Romeo Giulia

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 162/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 204% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

Hertz is currently the cheapest car hire company in Illinois with deals as low as AED 130.27/day found in the past two weeks. Thrifty is another inexpensive option with rates as low as AED 130.68/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Illinois is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.2/10 with 130 reviews). Hertz (rated 6.0/10 with 329 reviews) 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 132. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 264 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 132. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging AED 264 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 136

February

AED 132

March

AED 158

April

AED 184

May

AED 209

June

AED 231

July

AED 264

August

AED 228

September

AED 202

October

AED 198

November

AED 198

December

AED 195

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

SUV cars (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Illinois. Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (Nissan Pathfinder or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 54 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 35.

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 16 July 2025.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.2
Good
130 reviews54 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
329 reviews35 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
243 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.3
Fair
135 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

7.9
Good
84 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.6

Sixt

6.9
Okay
58 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

Avis

6.5
Okay
79 reviews23 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Payless

5.8
Fair
52 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 220/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 192/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 13.

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

    Hertz is one of the top picks in Illinois. They can have you in a hire car for about AED 1,212 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 Hertz can potentially be 26% below the average car hire price in Illinois. Check prices and availability for Hertz and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Illinois is on average AED 5,195 a month or AED 173 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, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 16 July 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (AED 43+).

Electric

Electric

AED 57+

Hybrid

Hybrid

AED 43+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

AED 95+

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