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 1 January 2026.

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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 87 days before pickup. The average price then is just R821/day – about 1 117% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Illinois is Alamo (rated 7.9/10). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.6/10) 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 February, with an average daily rate of just R917. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R1 426 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 February, with an average daily rate of just R917. Conversely, June is the priciest month, averaging R1 426 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

R950

February

R917

March

R1 033

April

R961

May

R1 039

June

R1 426

July

R1 265

August

R1 282

September

R1 017

October

R1 205

November

R1 160

December

R1 304

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 33.

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 1 January 2026.

Alamo

6 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

54 locations

Sixt

5 locations

Avis

22 locations

Budget

22 locations

Hertz

33 locations

National

9 locations

Payless

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 January 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

    From Routes Car & Truck Rentals you can hire a car in Illinois from about R8 853 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.

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