Illinois

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Illinois car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Illinois. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 June 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R1 243

Cheapest price per day

R681

Cheapflights insights for Illinois car hires

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?

For the best savings on car hire in Illinois, make your reservation 61 days before pickup. The average price then is just R773/day – about 1 204% less than the yearly average.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Illinois?

In Illinois, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just R29,52/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at R33,05/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire 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 hire a car in Illinois?

At Illinois, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R614. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 255 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 Illinois, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just R614. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 255 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

R614

February

R729

March

R882

April

R1 052

May

R1 134

June

R1 118

July

R1 255

August

R1 019

September

R915

October

R931

November

R1 101

December

R926

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Avis has 19 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 hire agencies in Illinois known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Illinois. Reviews were last updated on 21 June 2026.

Avis

19 locations

National

5 locations

Budget

19 locations

Europcar

1 location

Payless

2 locations

Thrifty

12 locations

Easirent

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5,2

Comfort

5,3

Overall

4,5

Pick-up/drop-off

4,5

Value

5,1

TravelCar

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 243/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for R817/day from Dollar, booked on Jun. 13.

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

    From Europcar you can hire a car in Illinois from about R12 951 per week on average.

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

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

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

    You can potentially save up to 66% on a month-long rental by booking with Dollar. Dollar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Illinois can cost you on average R55 504 a month or R1 850 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

Car hires by fuel type in Illinois

Browse car hires by fuel type in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 21 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Illinois. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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