Car rental in Chicago, United States

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Find cheap car rentals in Chicago

These are the cheapest Chicago car rental prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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There are 64 car rental locations in Chicago. Choose the cheapest or easiest now.

The most popular car rental companies in Chicago

Renting a car in Chicago: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car rental companySixt
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Average daily price$94
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Chicago

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Chicago that have free cancellation. This way, you can score the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Chicago for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Chicago avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days. Try it now.

Book 2 weeks in advance

We crunched some numbers and found that most travelers score the lowest daily rate when they book 2 weeks in advance. The cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is November.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Chicago, look out for deals with a "full to full" fuel policy, as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

Skip the lines

We call out keyless pickup when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up means no lines. Just show up at your preferred Chicago car rental location, hop in, and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Chicago will set you back around $94 per day or $504 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Chicago is an intermediate van or truck. The most popular is Compact, SUV.
Scoring the best car rental deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. However, according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is currently November.
On average, around $504. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Chicago is $227.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to rent a car in Chicago for a whole month is $1,108. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Chicago, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Chicago that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car rental companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select "Return car to a different location" when you search with us.
Public transportation can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Chicago.
Most places – Chicago included – allow people under the age of 25 to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance deductible for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $56 per day. The average price per day is around $93.
Of course. Most major car rental companies like Sixt, Hertz and Avis offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Yes – van rental is available in Chicago.