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Car hire in Chicago, Illinois

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Chicago, IL, United States
4 May — 11 May
Chicago, IL, United States
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Best deals found for Chicago, Illinois car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Chicago, Illinois
Economy£22/day
Compact£19/day
Intermediate£17/day
Standard£18/day
Full-size£15/day
People carrier£36/day
Full-size SUV£38/day
Luxury£35/day
Standard SUV£22/day
Compact SUV£22/day
Intermediate SUV£23/day
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Small cars

£44 - £61

All Car Types

£51 - £75

The average price of a small car hire in Chicago, the United States is £49. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Chicago, the United States is in May. The price is 12% lower than the rest of the year at just £44 per day. A small car rental is typically 17% less expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Chicago, the United States is £54. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Chicago, the United States is in May. The price is 24% lower than the rest of the year at just £42 per day. A medium car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Chicago, the United States is £66. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Chicago, the United States is in February. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just £52 per day. A large car rental is typically 10% more expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Chicago, the United States is £56. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Chicago, the United States is in May. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £45 per day. A SUV rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Chicago, the United States is £79. The cheapest time to hire a van in Chicago, the United States is in February. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just £55 per day. A van rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in Chicago, the United States is £86. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Chicago, the United States is in October. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just £63 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 32% more expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a luxury car hire in Chicago, the United States is £65. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Chicago, the United States is in January. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just £42 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 8% more expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Chicago luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible hire in Chicago, the United States is £90. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Chicago, the United States is in January. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just £70 per day. A convertible rental is typically 34% more expensive than the average rental car in Chicago. The average price of a car hire in Chicago can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Kia Cee'd
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£19/day

16 May - 16 May
Kia Cee'd
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£22/day

16 May - 16 May
Vauxhall Corsa
Mini Hatch
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£26/day

9 May - 20 May
Mini Hatch

Car hire insight and trends in Chicago

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Chicago

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Chicago?

The cheapest car hire in Chicago are generally found through Getaround. When booking with Getaround, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £16/day. The average price to hire a car in Chicago is £22/day.

What car hire company in Chicago has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the most locations of any car hire company in Chicago, with 28 locations.

What car do most people hire in Chicago?

For an average of £85/day (and as low as £60/day), Infiniti QX80 hire in Chicago is the most popular car among our users. Hiring the Cadillac Escalade in Chicago for £80/day on average (£70/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.

Chicago car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Chicago, Illinois

Alamo

8.1
Very Good
382 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6
Good
327 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.4

Avis

6.6
Okay
152 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.2

Payless

6.4
Okay
366 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.5

Budget

6.1
Okay
389 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.0

Hertz

6.0
Okay
608 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.0

Thrifty

5.4
Fair
230 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.6

Dollar

5.4
Fair
336 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Quick facts about car hire in Chicago

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Chicago

Most Popular Agency

Budget

Popular Car Types

SUV, Intermediate, Standard

Cheapest Hire Car

£29

Most Popular Model

Infiniti QX80
The most popular Chicago car hire agency found on momondo this month is Budget. Other top choices for car hire companies are Dollar and Thrifty
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Chicago in the past 72 hours: SUV, Intermediate, Standard.
The lowest price for a car hire in Chicago is £29/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £52/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Chicago in the past 7 days is the Infiniti QX80. Our users also prefer the Cadillac Escalade as an alternative.

Driving with a car hire in Chicago - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Chicago so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire a car in Chicago, Illinois in May?

To hire a car for a weekend in Chicago in May, the average price was £59 with cheaper deals starting around £28. Users looking for a one-week hire in Chicago for May saw an average deal of £48 - but quotes as low as £26 were available depending on dates and car options.

Is there a fee to cancel my Chicago, Illinois car hire?

The majority of the Chicago car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Chicago such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the best type of car to hire in Chicago during May?

With temperatures averaging 21 °C and precipitation usually 89 mm during May, you should consider hiring a standard when travelling to Chicago. A standard size car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of May and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Chicago. Hiring a Standard in Chicago will cost you £64/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Chicago, Illinois?

25 mph is the city speed limit for Chicago, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Chicago are 75 mph and 75 mph, respectively. If you hire a car in Chicago, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

What car hire company has the Infiniti QX80 in Chicago?

What is the weather like in Chicago, IL in April?

Those looking for a hire car in Chicago during the month of April should expect temperatures to be around 9 °C and should expect around 86 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Chicago similar to the rest of Illinois?

Those looking to hire a car in Chicago for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Illinois during the month of April usually is around 10 °C with 91.2 mm of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Chicago?

Prices for cars in Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Chicago?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Chicago?

Among different countries, including Chicago, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Chicago?

When renting a car in Chicago, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Chicago?

You should book a car hire in Chicago using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Chicago?

Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great car hire in Chicago. Narrow your search using price and map features as well as filtering by fuel or mileage policies amongst many other filters available.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Chicago with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in Chicago.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Chicago on momondo?

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Chicago with fair fuel policies.

Can I find a car hire in Chicago which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Chicago.

Can I search for car hire in Chicago with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Absolutely. You can specifically filter for car hire deals in Chicago with unlimited mileage on momondo.


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