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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 9 June 2025.

January

Rp 603,293

February

Rp 586,988

March

Rp 701,125

April

Rp 815,261

May

Rp 945,703

June

Rp 1,043,534

July

Rp 1,190,282

August

Rp 1,027,229

September

Rp 913,093

October

Rp 880,482

November

Rp 880,482

December

Rp 864,177

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 9 June 2025.

Small cars

Rp 524,947 - Rp 2,139,328

All Car Types

Rp 534,050 - Rp 2,433,012

To hire a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 910,105/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States (~Rp 524,947/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 2,139,328/day). In fact, April is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a small car saves you 41% 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.

To hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,147,630/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~Rp 759,171/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~Rp 3,212,783/day). In fact, September is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a medium car saves you 26% 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.

To hire a large car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,325,397/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States (~Rp 916,191/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,055,845/day). In fact, January is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a large car saves you 15% 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.

To hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,501,664/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~Rp 552,258/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~Rp 3,055,845/day). In fact, April is about 64% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a SUV saves you 3% 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.

To hire a van in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,008,681/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a van in Chicago, the United States (~Rp 1,187,347/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~Rp 2,752,723/day). In fact, December is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Chicago, hiring a van saves you 35% 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.

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 9 June 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Chicago, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Hertz

5.8
Fair
264 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Budget

5.8
Fair
204 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.8

Dollar

5.2
Fair
132 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

Alamo

7.8
Good
83 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
88 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Sixt

7.0
Good
57 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.2

Avis

6.4
Okay
65 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

5.7
Fair
52 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.8

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Avis?

    From Avis you can hire a car in Chicago from about Rp 10,925,159 per week on average.

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

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

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