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Cheap Car Hire in Illinois from R622

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 16/9 and drop-off date of 1/10. 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 2025

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 12 July 2025.

Most popular company

Hertz

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

R1 101

Cheapest price per day

R622

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 12 July 2025.

There are, in total, 17 581 car hire locations in Illinois that are operated by 356 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: R622/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Illinois hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 147+

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R1 203+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Compare car hire deals in Illinois by type

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

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

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

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

Kia RioR622/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Nissan AlmeraR634/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Hyundai i10R703/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

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 R786. Data was last updated on 12 July 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Illinois, including options within a close proximity to Chicago, Bloomington and Tennessee. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Kia RioR622/day
2
4
M
A/C
Kia Rio
Nissan AlmeraR634/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Mini CountrymanR671/day
4
M
A/C
Mini Countryman

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 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R881/day – about 1 428% 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 Fox, offering prices from just R653,65/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at R799,20/day.

What is the best car rental company in Illinois?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Illinois is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.4/10 with 114 reviews). Budget (rated 6.0/10 with 240 reviews) 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 R786. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 292 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 R786. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 292 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

R798

February

R786

March

R976

April

R970

May

R1 155

June

R1 208

July

R1 292

August

R1 113

September

R1 012

October

R1 018

November

R994

December

R1 030

What car do most people hire in Illinois?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Illinois are the following: Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar), SUV cars (GMC Yukon or similar), and Premium cars (Chevrolet Impala or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Illinois?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 48 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Illinois at 32.

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 12 July 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Illinois, including those serving the Chicago, Bloomington and Tennessee area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,4
Good
114 reviews48 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Budget

6,0
Okay
240 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,9

Hertz

5,9
Fair
310 reviews32 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,5

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,9

Value

6,0

Dollar

5,3
Fair
134 reviews15 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,6

Overall

5,3

Pick-up/drop-off

5,5

Value

5,3

Alamo

7,8
Good
83 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,1

Comfort

8,1

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,6

Value

7,5

Sixt

7,0
Good
59 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,8

Comfort

7,8

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,1

Avis

6,3
Okay
74 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,2

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,1

Payless

5,8
Fair
52 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,1

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,9

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R1 101/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for R1 101/day from Hertz, booked on Jul. 6.

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

    From Hertz you can hire a car in Illinois from about R7 708 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.

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 12 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Illinois. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (R56+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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