Illinois

Cheap Car Hire in Illinois from R1 143

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 29/7 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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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 2 June 2026.

Most popular company

Europcar

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R1 190

Cheapest price per day

R1 143

Popular car types in Illinois

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Illinois and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 2 June 2026.

There are, in total, 17 910 car hire locations in Illinois that are operated by 371 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R1 143/day). Explore 7 car types currently offered from Illinois hire providers:

Economy

Economy

R1 402+

Compact

Compact

R1 143+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 396+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 417+

People carrier

People carrier

R1 904+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 365+

Premium

Premium

R1 821+

Passenger van

Passenger van

R3 257+

Luxury

Luxury

R1 821+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 467+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R1 312+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 594+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 690+

Best car hire deals found in Illinois

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Illinois. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Illinois with an average daily rate of R1 701. Data was last updated on 2 June 2026.
Kia SonetR1 143/day
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A/C
Kia Sonet
Daihatsu TeriosR1 312/day
4
M
A/C
Daihatsu Terios
Audi A3R1 396/day
5
4
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A/C
Audi A3

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 R753/day – about 1 160% 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 R29,68/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Dollar, with rates starting at R31,92/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 6.5/10). 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 R606. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 202 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 R606. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging R1 202 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

R606

February

R720

March

R872

April

R1 040

May

R1 202

June

R1 180

July

R1 180

August

R1 007

September

R899

October

R920

November

R1 088

December

R915

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Illinois are the following: Intermediate cars (Acura TLX or similar), SUV cars (Chevrolet Equinox or similar), and Premium cars (BMW X3 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 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 2 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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 June 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 190/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for R761/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 1.

  • 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 798 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 71% on a month-long rental by booking with Provider's pick. Provider's pick is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Illinois can cost you on average R54 848 a month or R1 828 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. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Illinois. Deals were last updated on 2 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R90+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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