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Cheap Car Hire in Chicago from R721

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 Chicago with a pick-up date of 7/8 and drop-off date of 14/8. 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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Chicago car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Chicago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of petrol per litre

R19,76

Average price per day

R1 097

Cheapest price per day

R721

Popular car types in Chicago

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Chicago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 10 July 2025.

There are currently 129 hire locations operating in Chicago spread across 33 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Chicago is small car at R721 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 202+

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare car hire deals in Chicago by type

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

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

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

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

Citroen C3 AircrossR721/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Citroen C3 AircrossR741/day
2
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Toyota Corolla QuestR1 137/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Quest

Best car hire deals found in Chicago

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Chicago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Chicago with an average daily rate of R935. Data was last updated on 10 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Chicago. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
Citroen C3 AircrossR721/day
4
2
5
M
A/C
Citroen C3 Aircross
Audi A3R722/day
5
4
M
A/C
Audi A3
Audi Q2R739/day
5
M
A/C
Audi Q2

Cheapflights insights for Chicago car hires

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

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

For the best savings on car hire in Chicago, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R783/day – about 1 373% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Chicago?

Fox is currently the cheapest car hire company in Chicago with deals as low as R651,35/day found in the past two weeks. Budget is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R796,39/day.

What is the best car rental company in Chicago?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Chicago is Hertz (rated 5.9/10 with 257 reviews). Budget (rated 5.8/10 with 204 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chicago?

At Chicago, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R641. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 281 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Chicago, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R641. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 281 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R658

February

R641

March

R765

April

R890

May

R1 014

June

R1 139

July

R1 281

August

R1 103

September

R997

October

R961

November

R961

December

R943

What car do most people hire in Chicago?

Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda3, for example) are the most popular in Chicago. SUV (GMC Yukon) and Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Chicago.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Chicago?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 28 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Chicago at 19.

Top rental agencies in Chicago

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Chicago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Chicago. Reviews were last updated on 10 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Chicago, including Hertz, Budget and Dollar in Chicago. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.

Hertz

5,9
Fair
257 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,7

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,9

Budget

5,8
Fair
204 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

5,8

Dollar

5,3
Fair
131 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,5

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,3

Alamo

7,9
Good
78 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,4
Good
79 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,0

Sixt

7,0
Good
58 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
64 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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 097/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 097/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    Hiring a car in Chicago for a week can be a great option for travel. Hertz, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R7 681/week on average.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Chicago.

  • How much is a car hire in Chicago for a weekend?

    Car hire prices in Chicago are typically R0 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 R0. Our users have found prices for Compact car hire in August to be on average R0 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car hires by fuel type in Chicago. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 10 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Chicago. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R46+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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