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Cheap Car Rentals in Chicago

Most popular companyROUTESCARTRK
Price of gas per gallon$4.39
Average price per day$49
Cheapest price per day$19

Cheapest time to rent a car in Chicago

January
$41
February
$46
March
$65
April
$71
May
$81
June
$85
July
$98
August
$93
September
$79
October
$80
November
$75
December
$67
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Chicago is January. 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.

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Car Rental FAQs

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.6 rating), Enterprise (8.0 rating) and National (7.9 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Chicago.

What are gas prices like in Chicago?

The average gas price in Chicago is $4.39/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $52 and $75 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

Can I rent a car for a month in Chicago?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Chicago it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

What is the absolute cheapest rental car found in Chicago?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $49/day when booking a rental car in Chicago. The absolute best deal a user found was for $19/day from Avis, booked on Jul. 28.

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

Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 12% on a rental. Take advantage of a below-average prices by booking at least 13 days days prior to your desired date.

How much does it cost to rent a car for a week from Routes Car & Truck Rentals?

Routes Car & Truck Rentals is one of the top picks for this location. They can have you in a rental car for about $227 per week on average.

What car rental 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: Turo ($18/day), Surprise Agency ($23/day), and Fox ($31/day).

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

Our recent data shows that Avis can potentially be 60% below the average car rental price in Chicago. Check prices and availability for Avis and save on this extended rental. The cost of renting a vehicle in Chicago is on average $975 a month or $32 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Chicago car rental.

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