What are the driving conditions like in Illinois?

The roads in Illinois are known for being flat and in good conditions. However, the state of Illinois is known to get an amount of snowfall in the winter that affects driving. Those who wish to rent a car in Illinois between November and April should be prepared to drive in snow. In this case make sure your Illinois rental car has winter tires and we suggest looking to book a vehicle with four-wheel drive for better traction. To get around the state, there are multiple interstates connecting cities of Illinois as well as the surrounding states. The I70 and I90 travel east/west and the I55 connect the largest cities of Chicago and St. Louis.

What laws should I be aware of when driving in Illinois?

When driving your cheap rental cars in Illinois, be aware that all passengers must wear a seatbelt, whether they’re in the front or back seat. If you’re behind a school bus with flashing lights, it’s a serious offense to pass it on a road with two lanes or less. U-turns are allowed in the state of Illinois as long as it’s safe to do so. However, there are specific restrictions for U-turns in the city of Chicago, as there are places that restrict it altogether and in general you cannot make the turn close to an intersection. Driving under the influence is strictly prohibited and is an offense if your levels are 0.08% or higher. Look up the department of motor vehicles before getting car rentals in Illinois to make sure there aren’t any updates or changes.

What documents do I need to rent a car in Illinois?

To pick up your car rental in Illinois, you will be required to present a valid license from either the US or Canada and a credit card in the same name. If your license is foreign you may be asked to show a second form of ID and your return ticket at airport branches. Check with your pickup agency previously to confirm the necessary documentation. You may get a car rental in Illinois if you are over the age of 21 but may be subjected to a surcharge between the ages of 21 and 25.

Is it worthwhile to book a rental car in Illinois?

Finding a cheap car rental in Illinois is ideal for making the most out of your visit. This way you can see all you wish to visit and have the flexibility of getting around on your own. Chicago and East St. Louis are the main cities in Illinois. These are connected by the I55. However, there is public transportation between these cities although it takes quite a bit longer. This is where a car rental comes in handy in Illinois and you can follow your own schedule. From Chicago, the city of Milwaukee, crossing into Wisconsin, is also a popular destination and an easy drive, though there is a direct train transit connecting the cities.

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Kia Optima

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

$8/day

25 May - 25 May

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Toyota Prius

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$9/day

25 May - 25 May

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Ford Fusion

or similar Standard

Up to 5 passengers

$9/day

25 May - 25 May

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$11/day

25 May - 25 May

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Nissan Pathfinder

or similar Standard SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$12/day

17 May - 17 May

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Hyundai Santa Fe

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$13/day

25 May - 25 May

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Mini Hatch

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$15/day

15 Jul - 15 Jul

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Subaru Outback

or similar Full-size

Up to 5 passengers

$17/day

21 May - 22 May

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Nissan Sylphy

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$17/day

21 May - 22 May

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	Small cars	$45 - $73
	All Car Types	$48 - $90

The average price of a small car rental in Illinois is $61. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Illinois is in February. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $45 per day. A small car rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Illinois is $57. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Illinois is in February. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A medium car rental is typically 15% less expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Illinois is $78. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Illinois is in February. The price is 25% lower than the rest of the year at just $59 per day. A large car rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Illinois is $66. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Illinois is in February. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just $43 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% less expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Illinois is $113. The cheapest time to rent a van in Illinois is in February. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $84 per day. A van rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Illinois is $60. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Illinois is in January. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just $39 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois pickup truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Illinois is $91. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Illinois is in March. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $67 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 27% more expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Illinois luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in Illinois is $126. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Illinois is in February. The price is 55% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A convertible rental is typically 47% more expensive than the average rental car in Illinois. The average price of a vehicle rental in Illinois can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$11/day

25 May - 25 May

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Ford Focus

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$15/day

15 Jul - 15 Jul

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$20/day

30 Apr - 1 May

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Rental cars insight and trends in Illinois

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What is the cheapest rental car company in Illinois?

Getaround ($6/day) is the cheapest car rental company in Illinois as of the past 72 hours, followed by Getaround ($15/day), and Getaround ($15/day). Keep in mind that these are the cheapest prices our users have seen recently. Daily rental prices are subject to change based on what city in Illinois you visit and what type of car you decide to rent.

What is the best rental car company in Illinois?

Alamo is considered the best car rental company in Illinois based on our data - 217 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 8.1 out of 10. They also have 7 locations across Illinois, including popular destinations like Chicago.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in Illinois?

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to Illinois are SUV sized cars. 37% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for $95/day on average.

What are the cheapest cities to rent a car in Illinois?

At the moment, the cheapest cities to rent a car in Illinois are Glenwood and Westmont from Surprise Agency and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, respectively. Surprise Agency in Glenwood has rental rates starting from around $23/day while Routes Car & Truck Rentals in Westmont offers rentals for $24/day and up.

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Alamo

8.1

Very good

403 reviews•7 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

The process to get the vehicle was very easy. Customer service was great and the car I received was absolutely beautiful! I would definitely recommend Alamo to a friend.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Nice

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

The branch manager, Ryan Rude, was extremely helpful and very pleasant. He answered all my questions. The car, a Chevy Malibu drove well and I had no problems with it.

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Great, we were upgrade at no cost due to a faulty Apple AirPlay in the first SUV we chose. The staff was very friendly and helpful!!!

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

The lady at the counter at Chicago Ohare pickup fought me for 45 minutes and did not want to honor what we booked (in this case a 7 seater SUV). It wasn’t so much the make and model as these aren’t guaranteed but more so that we needed 7 seats which was guaranteed per our reservation. She told me multiple times they didn’t have any 7 seater vehicles. Finally, after 45 minutes, I got the car type that we reserved. She was rude and unpleasant. Would not recommend renting from Alamo in Chicago!

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

It was a good experience, good customer service and easy process. Only down side was that the car was not clean around the dashboard and gear control area and I had to use wipes to clean it.

1 out of 135

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5

Good

415 reviews•54 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Professional staff! Super clean car! Hate driving in chicago

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Location was a bit confusing to find but when I did the customer service was friendly. Had a free upgrade. Then drop off at the airport was a breeze took less than a minute.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Representatives were extremely kind and professional.

8.0

Very good|Aug 2023

It was fine the gentleman that helped get the car was very accommodating and Selena on drop off did a great job- they were just really busy, which is a good thing I guess.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Great service

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Good

1 out of 139

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Avis

6.5

Okay

187 reviews•25 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Didn't have the car or similar that was requested. Overcharged for the rental, very complicated to try to pickup the car.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Wonderful! Great customer service

8.0

Very good|May 2023

The welcome experience was excellent the counter service was 10/10. Unfortunately the drop off was 0/10 completely disorganised and very apathetic team who were more interested in the chat with each other than supporting returning renters

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Royce at Avis counter at Rockford airport didn’t have my car the day I arrived and my plane landed… nor did he make any contingency plans for another agent to stay. Had to cab to a hotel and cab back to the airport. Royce was very incompetent and not thoughtful at all. Plus he assured me my original contract price would be honored. No cal nothing and charged a$100 extra on my credit card. Royce is a very poor employee!

6.0

Okay|Apr 2023

Good service at desk. In garage, the only employee present was not enough to service the many customers, he did his best polite and efficient but there ahould have been at least another person. At exit it was fast and easy. I am not complaining bout the person in garage, he was trying his best.

4.0

Mediocre|Jan 2023

Car needed multiple repairs, was no safe driving at highway speeds.

1 out of 63

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Payless

6.4

Okay

366 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

They could have more counters open and have a prebook time in advance at least 30 min… been waiting for an hour and a half to get the car and after I just gave up waiting and took a taxi. So if you can’t provide your clients with the car at the moment then give people instructions how long it’s going to take.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

They didn’t give me my full deposit back

8.0

Very good|Jul 2023

Ummm They did not rip me off on full tank Fuel this time … like they did in Boston

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Customer service was terrible! Had attitude problems! Didn’t even get the rental car! I deserve a refund!

6.0

Okay|Jun 2023

Great car. Too May extra extra charges just for extending the rental for a few days.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

I came to rent a car on time but the location was closed so I was not able to get a car at all

1 out of 122

Budget

6.3

Okay

466 reviews•23 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

It was great! The booking, pick up and drop off were quick and easy.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Drop off in Philly was a bit of a mess, but overall it was a delightful experience.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

I was charged more than double the cost that was quoted to me when I made the reservation. The only service I added was tolls, which is $20/day, and I had the car less than 24 hours. Now I need to take the time to call Budget and challenge the charges.

4.0

Mediocre|Jul 2023

BAD! the booked car (convertible) is not available in Chicago, while I could book it few months before! If I know that before, I have chosen another rental company

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

It was a good experience until I arrived at the drop off location and a clear scam by Budget was in the works. I arrived at 3255 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60647 to return the car around 12:00-12:30 on the 19th July 2023. I was met by an extremely rude person who miraculously spotted in a nanosecond a tiny barely visible crack which can only be spotted under extreme scrutiny. He proceeded to write a damage report and started harrying me to sign some papers without offering any proper explanations with the added difficulty of him using nonsensical English. He was being extremely difficult to deal with and was brushing off any attempts by me at conversing with him when I showed him my disbelief at the claim he was forcing on me. The car was not damaged while under my possession and I have 6 people including myself who are witnesses and can attest to that. I immediately sensed a scam in the works when the person receiving the car was telling me I'm not the person who gave you the car at the pickup location, and asked whether I signed any papers detailing any damages to the car at the pickup location which I was not asked to do in the first place. I was instructed to pick up the car from the parking lot at location V20 at the rental parking lot in O'hare airport, present my license and rental agreement to the gate personnel who let me pass without any additional papers signed or presented to me. The keys were in the car and when I asked the Budget people in the parking garage whether I needed to verify any issues with anyone they told me to proceed to the gate and there was no need to see anyone. The behavior and narrative that the guy at the drop-off location was demonstrating proves that this is a well rehearsed scam whereby the rental company will try to levy any previous damages in the car and blame it and claim it from unsuspecting renters like myself who returned the car in the same exact condition that I received it in. I refuse to be bullied and will make this case public through all access I have on social media through my family, friends and businesses. I will ensure that this behavior by Budget (and all other companies that operate under the same umbrella) will receive as much negative publicity as it should, as I will do my duty to warn other unsuspecting would-be-renters of the devious ways among many that this company exercises in scamming people. I'm utterly disgusted by the behavior of their employee which only reflects the values or lack thereof which this company supposedly espouses.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

There was 1 person working and a line snaked around. Inexcusable

1 out of 156

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Hertz

6.2

Okay

796 reviews•36 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Excellent

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

We enjoyed the whole experience. Nice people nice car. Easy pick up and drop off. Will be using you again the next time we go to America.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

They didn’t have a car available for us despite having a noon reservation and couldn’t commit to having one for us at all that day. The staff lacked basic critical thinking and/or compassion for the position this put us in as international travellers. We ended up having to rent from Alamo instead and Hertz couldn’t even follow thru on sending me a cancellation notice. I am going to invoice them for the Lyft ride to Alamo and the difference in car rental prices due to having to do a same day rental. Total disaster- stay away.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I walked two miles to pick up the car but the company would not let me rent because I did not have a credit card (just a debit card). There was no offer of help for a lift back to where I came from, and I was just viewed as a nuisance they had to deal with.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

I will never use Hertz again. Also I may never use Kayak again either because of what happened. I rented a car in advance and prepaid but had to cancel a month away from the pick up date. I had the booking for less than a week when I cancelled. Hertz/Kayak charged me $100! Terrible terrible and I will never forget. Steve

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Got a surprise charge for about 70% more than pre paid quoted price. Also the car was a lot smaller than class reserved. Won’t be renting from them again

1 out of 266

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Thrifty

5.5

Fair

233 reviews•6 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Our plans changed and we needed to change our reservation to drop off the car at a different airport than planned. We could not get ahold of thrifty, and once we did, they wouldn’t let us change our drop off location. So we drove the car 6 hours out of our way and changed our flights to return the car to the same airport that we picked it up. I would not rent from thrifty! Find another company who will pick up the phone AND be reasonable.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Don’t like being charged fees beyond what I paid on kayak. I had to pay an extra $163 in bs fees directly to Thrifty to get my car. I’ll book directly with the rental car agency next time. Lesson learned.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Pick up took over an hour in line. Disappointing experience.

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

Agent was direct but unhelpful Would not complete rental even though I had a confirmation #. Because it was a same day booking

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

The thrifty employees were so nice and helpful. The car was in great shape and the price was great. I’ll definitely book with them again.

2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

The employees at the pick up desk were awful. Of all of the car rental companies at the airport theirs was the only one with a queue of any size. They were unapologetic and rude. I had the rental booked for 3pm and I was in line at 2:50pm. After waiting in line for over an hour I was told they didn’t have a car and I would have to wait. We I asked if there would be in compensation or even a voucher for food I was told that ‘I can wait for a car or not, we already have your money.’ We didn’t get to a car until 4:45.

1 out of 78

Dollar

5.5

Fair

349 reviews•5 locations

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2.0

Poor|Aug 2023

Unprofessional

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

Was rather seamless. Woman who checked me in at pick up was a delight and very helpful. Same on delivery end. Van was in great shape and well maintained. Overall was a good experience.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Rip off. They did not honor reservation but for $425 they had a car for one day. It was also a pain waiting 67 minutes in line.

4.0

Mediocre|Jul 2023

I think it's really f****** expensive.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

The price was fantastic, and the car was in good shape. But the service was horrible. The lady at the desk refused to help us until our rental time. Then they kept us waiting even though there was no one else picking up a car. When we were ready to pick up the car, The people in the garage hardly gave us the time of day, and the lady at the desk yelled at us for going to the garage before our name was called, even though our car was ready. No one filled out the damage form before we left, and it just seemed like the dollar employees in Chicago were as unhappy as possible to have the jobs that they did.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

Our pickup experience was horrendous, I have never seen something so unprofessional. First & last time I’ll be using Dollar.

1 out of 117

Car rental in Illinois

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

How much does it cost to rent a car in Illinois?

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in Illinois is $59 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as around $20 per day, which is a 83% difference from the highest price per day at $125.

When is the best time to rent a car in Illinois?

The best time to rent a car in Illinois is in the month of February, when prices are $27/day on average. December is often the most expensive month to rent a car, when average prices are $130/day. However, no matter what month you plan to visit Illinois, it’s recommended that you book your rental around 4 days out for the best possible price.

How long do people rent a car when staying in Illinois?

The most popular length of time momondo users rent a car in Illinois is 3 days. For a 3-day rental the average daily price is $56, though prices are subject to change depending on the type of car you rent and what city you stay in. To rent a car for a week in general is $329 on average and for a weekend rental, expect to pay a total of $113 on average. Month-long Illinois car rentals are generally about $2,239 in total depending on your dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Illinois?

Prices for cars in Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Illinois?

There are 214 operators available for cars in Illinois as of April 2024.

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

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Illinois. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

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

When renting a car in Illinois, 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 rental in Illinois?

Booking a car rental in Illinois via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car rental websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Illinois?

Once you have performed a search for a car rental in Illinois, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.