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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago from RM 190

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 Chicago with a pick-up date of 13/4 and drop-off date of 20/4. 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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Chicago car rentals in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Chicago. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 March 2025.

Most popular company

DOLLAR

Price of petrol per litre

RM 4.66

Average price per day

RM 172

Cheapest price per day

RM 190

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Chicago?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Chicago and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 14 March 2025.

January

RM 164

February

RM 159

March

RM 203

April

RM 234

May

RM 261

June

RM 288

July

RM 323

August

RM 279

September

RM 248

October

RM 243

November

RM 239

December

RM 234

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Chicago

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Chicago and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 14 March 2025.

At RM 190/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Chicago in the past week. Out of 32 car hire agencies operating in Chicago, there are, in total, 129 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

RM 190+

Compact

Compact

RM 202+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 214+

Full-size

Full-size

RM 222+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 345+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

RM 262+

Premium

Premium

RM 262+

Luxury

Luxury

RM 310+

Compare available car types for rental in Chicago

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Chicago to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 March 2025.

Small cars

RM 188 - RM 432

All Car Types

RM 139 - RM 533

To rent a small car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 217/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 188/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 432/day). In fact, February is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a small car saves you 34% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 242/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 434/day). In fact, June is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a medium car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 306/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Chicago, the United States (~RM 172/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 780/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a large car saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States, you would pay an average price of RM 353/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Chicago, the United States (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 1,075/day). In fact, June is about 61% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Chicago. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Chicago, renting a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Chicago SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Proton SagaRM 190/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 196/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton PersonaRM 202/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona

Top rental agencies in Chicago

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Chicago known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Chicago. Reviews were last updated on 14 March 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Chicago area such as Budget, Hertz and Dollar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

5.9
Fair
202 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

Hertz

5.8
Fair
267 reviews20 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.2
Fair
133 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.3

Alamo

7.9
Good
84 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.7

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
96 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.0

Sixt

7.0
Good
57 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Avis

6.4
Okay
65 reviews12 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.2

Payless

5.7
Fair
53 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.8

Best Chicago car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Chicago. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Chicago with an average daily rate of RM 224. Data was last updated on 14 March 2025.
Some of the most attractive options when it comes to renting a car in Chicago. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Proton SagaRM 190/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Proton PersonaRM 196/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton PersonaRM 202/day
4
M
A/C
Proton Persona

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Chicago, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 March 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Chicago?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 172/day when booking a car hire in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 165/day from Thrifty, booked on Mar. 9.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Chicago?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Chicago from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (RM 190/day), Dollar (RM 202/day), and Sixt (RM 271/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Chicago?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Airport Van (8.0 rating), Alamo (7.9 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Chicago.

  • What are petrol prices like in Chicago?

    The average price of petrol in Chicago is RM 4.66/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 209 and RM 303 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Chicago for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Chicago, offering car hire for around RM 1,267 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Chicago for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 31% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Chicago.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Chicago?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Chicago.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Chicago for a month?

    Typically, a monthly car rental in Chicago can be found for RM 5,430. You can find car rental deals for RM 181 a day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Chicago?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Chicago is Standard (Nissan Rogue) based on our Cheapflights data.

Luxury car rentals in Chicago

Find luxury car rental deals in Chicago from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Chicago cost an average of RM 330 per day. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.
Some of the most suitable options we've found on luxury car rentals within Chicago. Be sure that the car type, dates, pickup location and other key details suit your needs.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 265/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 286/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 300/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

Car rentals by fuel type in Chicago

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Chicago. Deals were last updated on 14 March 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Chicago. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Electric

Electric

RM 69+

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