Cheap Car Rentals in Illinois from RM 154
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 11/5 and drop-off date of 18/5. 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.
Illinois car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Illinois. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Most popular company | Dollar |
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Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | RM 188 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 154 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Illinois?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Illinois 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 12 April 2025.
January
RM 163
February
RM 159
March
RM 194
April
RM 230
May
RM 261
June
RM 287
July
RM 323
August
RM 278
September
RM 247
October
RM 243
November
RM 238
December
RM 234
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Illinois 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 Illinois
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Illinois and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Illinois this past week from 17,310 hire locations out of 347 hire agencies. Prices for a Illinois small car hire start from RM 154/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
RM 154+
Compact
RM 154+
Intermediate
RM 166+
Standard
RM 167+
Full-size
RM 176+
People carrier
RM 455+
Full-size SUV
RM 412+
Premium
RM 195+
Luxury
RM 252+
Intermediate SUV
RM 219+
Standard SUV
RM 291+
Compare available car types for rental in Illinois
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Illinois to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Small cars | RM 153 - RM 432 | |
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All Car Types | RM 163 - RM 532 |
To rent a small car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of RM 218/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Illinois (~RM 153/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 432/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Illinois, renting a small car saves you 33% 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 Illinois small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of RM 240/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Illinois (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~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 Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Illinois, 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 Illinois medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Illinois, you would pay an average price of RM 304/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Illinois (~RM 171/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 762/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Illinois, 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 Illinois large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV in Illinois, you would pay an average price of RM 357/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Illinois (~RM 139/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 1,073/day). In fact, June is about 62% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Illinois. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Illinois, renting a SUV is 10% 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 Illinois SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Top rental agencies in Illinois
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Illinois known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Illinois. Reviews were last updated on 12 April 2025.
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Best Illinois car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Illinois. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Illinois with an average daily rate of RM 224. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Illinois, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 April 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Illinois?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under RM 188/day when booking a car hire in Illinois. The absolute best deal a user found was for RM 188/day from Dollar, booked on Apr. 6.
What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Illinois?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Illinois from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (RM 154/day), Dollar (RM 167/day), and Hertz (RM 180/day).
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Illinois?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Resla (10.0 rating), Silvercar (9.0 rating) and Alamo (8.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Illinois.
What are petrol prices like in Illinois?
The average price of petrol in Illinois is RM 3.99/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 179 and RM 259 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Illinois for a week from Dollar?
Dollar is one of the most popular car hire companies in Illinois, offering car hire for around RM 1,315 per week on average.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Illinois for the best price?
Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 32% on a hire car in Illinois. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.
Can I rent a car for a month in Illinois?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Illinois however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.