Rent a car in Chicago
Cheapest prices in Chicago in 2024. Additional 20% off from local car rental agencies.
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Chicago best rent-a-car offers
Bookingauto (Chicago) strives to make your car rental experience as simple and convenient as possible. This also applies to the location of rental points. Our clients can pick up cars in the most popular places, whether it be the city centre, airport, or main railway station. The list of our pick-up locations is extensive, meaning that visitors who book cars with us in Chicago can always collect them from the most suitable place.
Options and possibilities:
We take into account the preferences of our customers and look for a car that fits into the right category. For example, those who come to Chicago on their own or with a small company can rent a spectacular convertible Mercedes E Cabrio from us, starting at €78 per day and rented out by the popular company sixt in Chicago. For those of you who arrive with your whole family or friends, a roomy and reliable minivan Opel Zafira might be best - from €53 per day. For anyone who loves comfort and doesn’t have limited funds, budget recommends opting for a business class car like BMW 5 series for €47 per day. For those travelling on a budget, rent a compact model Ford Fiesta for just €16 per day.
How to minimize costs:
In order to avoid paying too much, plan to pick up the car and return it at the same time. Car rental fees are set for the entire rental day. Therefore, if you return the car after 25 hours, the payment will be calculated as 48 hours, or two full days. Likewise, if you use your rental car for more than 72 hours, you will pay for 96 hours of rent.
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How the price changes depending on the month
The highest demand for car rental in Chicago occurs during the high tourist season - summer.
On average, the cost increases by 20-30% and the choice of available cars is also significantly reduced if you don’t book in advance.
For example, in July, the average price for the popular model Audi A4 in Chicago is €26 per day.
In autumn, the same car costs about €13 per day.
Highest summer price for convertibles. For example, a Mercedes E Cabrio is offered at €78 per day.
Among budget models, the most demanded in Chicago is the Ford Fiesta. The sixt company rents it out for €16 per day.
Business class car rental in high season is also more expensive. For example, renting a BMW 5 series costs about €47 per day.
The excitement noticeably subsides in autumn and rental companies begin to reduce their rates. For example, you can rent a BMW X3 very cheaply in the autumn for just €40 per day.
It will also be easier to find unusual and exclusive car models. For example, by renting a BMW 8-series, you will experience real driving pleasure and enjoy a luxurious visit that will remain in your memory forever.
We suggest that you browse the list of our partners from whom you can rent a car
For over 20 years, Bookingauto has partnered with many international and local car rental companies in Chicago. This has resulted in close partnerships that allow us to provide our customers with a wide range of vehicles at the most competitive prices, as well as excellent service.
On our site, you will find plenty of offers for car rental in Chicago, meaning that you can choose the best rental option for your purposes. We represent several renowned international and local car rental companies. The most popular one, sixt, has the highest average user review score of 9.8 (based on customer reviews from 100).
The second in the ranking is budget, with a rating of 9.7 based on 100 customer reviews.
In addition, we have long-standing partnerships with rental companies such as Alamo and Budget, which gives us the opportunity to offer car rental at a discount of up to 30% off standard prices.
We also offer our clients a special discount for renting a mini-class car at Hertz. For just €9 per day, you’ll get a comfortable Citroen C1.
Bookingauto and our partners are always ready to offer our clients a large selection of comfortable rental cars at reasonable prices.
Booking cancellation and change
We provide preferential cancellation / amendment terms for most cars and rental companies in Chicago
If you cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to receipt (48 hours in some cases), you will be refunded in full in almost all cases.
If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance (48 hours in some cases), you will receive a full refund minus an administration fee in almost all circumstances.
Cancellation policies and administration fees may vary depending on the provider and car you choose. Please read the cancellation policy before proceeding with your booking.
Remember that cancellations and changes are not possible after the pick-up time. This applies to all bookings.
Applies to all bookings:
If your online payment is less than the stated administration fee, there will be no refunds when cancelling your booking once the administration fee is applied.
If your booking is made less than 24 hours prior to the pick-up time (or 48 hours in some cases), a cancellation policy will be automatically applied to your booking.
Important information: To cancel a booking, please go to the “Manage My Booking” section – do not contact the rent-a-car company directly.
Insurance coverage cancellation policy:
If you purchased an additional insurance product with your car rental, the policy will be automatically ended when the booking is cancelled. To check if you are eligible for a refund, see the cancellation policy set out in the terms of your insurance product.
When does the “No-show” rule apply?
The following situations constitute a "No-show":
● The customer didn’t inform of the cancellation before the pick-up time.
● The customer failed to pick up a car in Chicago at the arranged time and date.
● The customer failed to provide the documentation required to pick up the car.
● The customer failed to provide a credit card in the main driver’s name with enough available funds on it.
In the event of any of the above, no refunds can be made.
The car hire company reserves the right to refuse a car to any customer who fails to provide all of the necessary documentation and a credit card with enough available funds for the car's security deposit. In such cases, the customer will not be entitled to a refund.
Average price for fuel in Chicago
Estimated prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in Chicago as of May 2024:
● Diesel on average costs per litre.
● Gasoline 95 costs approximately per litre.
This information is updated twice a month.
Data is collected from various sources, including official government websites and those of fuel companies. Be aware that domestic fuel prices can vary greatly.
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The best prices are generally offered at least 3 weeks before the car is picked up.
Using the search form on our website, you will see a list of cars available for rent in Chicago for your chosen dates.
In May 2024, Europcar and Thrifty are offering a special discount and you may also find price reductions from other rental companies. All discounted options are displayed as "-20% Off" in the search results.
Take your time when deciding on your choice of car - make sure that it meets your needs in terms of passenger capacity, boot capacity, type of gearbox, etc.
Age restrictions
Many rental companies in Chicago have strict age restrictions on drivers. This may include additional charges for drivers under 26 years old.
We advise you to carefully study the age requirements of the company, especially if you are under 26 years old. After all, your car rental costs may depend on this. Different countries, companies and even rental locations may have different age limits and fees. Therefore, we urge you to read the full terms and conditions of the rental service and the information specified in the voucher.
Documents required for car rental
You can rent a car in Chicago after providing a driver's license, passport, credit card, and a voucher that you will receive by email. If you are renting a luxury car, you may need to show two credit cards.
If more than one person will be driving the car, then each of the drivers needs to provide their driver's license.
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An international driving permit is required
Popular questions and answers
Answer: The car rental price in Chicago usually includes unlimited mileage, basic CDW insurance and local VAT. Before booking, you can get acquainted with the full list of services included in the rental price by reading the rental conditions of your chosen car.
Answer: If you pick up a car in Chicago, returning it in another city is possible for an additional fee. You need to mark the option "Return elsewhere" in the search form and indicate your desired city of return. The search results will only offer cars for which this is possible. The price is indicated immediately and takes into account the additional fee for returning in another city.
Answer: Most people in Chicago rent cars that fall under the category of Compact and Mini. In terms of models, the most popular ones are Ford Fiesta and Citroen C1. To choose a rental car that will meet your expectations as much as possible, take your time with making a decision. Compare the characteristics of the chosen car with your requirements and imagine how comfortable the trip will be in it. If you have a lot of luggage, make note of the volume of the boot; if you want a car with a fuel-saving function, this also needs to be considered, etc.
Answer: For almost any location in Chicago, you can find a car rental office on our website. Click on the "Rent a car near me" icon in the search form. The system will automatically determine your coordinates and suggest a number of available cars, starting with the ones closest to your location. However, check the exact address of the rental office before booking to ensure that the coordinates are accurate.
Answer: Traditional low-cost airlines in Chicago are Budget, Thrifty and Last Minute.Often, though, well-known network companies offer promotions and super discounts, which can reach up to 70% off. At the same time, the quality of service remains high. To get the best deal, we encourage you to compare prices from a wide variety of options and offers. Check the prices of the leading companies on our website, choose the option that best suits your parameters, and you’ll be able to get the ideal car at the best price.
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