Title: Cheap Car Hire in Downtown Chicago, USA - Expedia.co.uk [Downtown Chicago Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.dx6350699)[Hotels in Downtown Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Chicago-Chicago-Hotels.0-n6350699-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Chicago Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Chicago.d6350699.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350699/f8ae2db6-94cc-4898-aa46-e275588c3787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Car Rentals in Downtown Chicago, USA ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in Downtown Chicago ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car supplier logos](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/05/16/BEXUK-car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) - ![protection illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__protection.svg) ### Change your mind Penalty-free cancellation on many/select car hire - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save 10% or more on over 1 million car hire [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![package illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__package.svg) ### Shop smart Compare car suppliers and package your flight, hotel, and car to save ## Top Rental Car Deals in Downtown Chicago \* Price found within the past 6 days. Click for updated prices. ### Economy Chevrolet Spark or similar - 4 people Chicago, Illinois, USA ![Chevrolet Spark](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_EC.png) [](https://expedia.co.uk/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Downtown%20Chicago,%20Chicago,%20Illinois,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=6350699&date1=20/12/2025&date2=22/12/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22economy%22]) ### Compact Ford Focus or similar - 4 people Chicago, Illinois, USA ![Ford Focus](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_CC.png) [](https://expedia.co.uk/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Downtown%20Chicago,%20Chicago,%20Illinois,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=6350699&date1=20/12/2025&date2=22/12/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22compact%22]) ### Midsize Toyota Corolla or similar - 5 people Chicago, Illinois, USA ![Toyota Corolla](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_IC.png) [](https://expedia.co.uk/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Downtown%20Chicago,%20Chicago,%20Illinois,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=6350699&date1=20/12/2025&date2=22/12/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22midsize%22]) ### SUV Jeep Compass or similar - 5 people Chicago, Illinois, USA ![Jeep Compass](//images.trvl-media.com/media/content/shared/images/car/Common_90X50/US_SF.png) [](https://expedia.co.uk/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Downtown%20Chicago,%20Chicago,%20Illinois,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=6350699&date1=20/12/2025&date2=22/12/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place&selCC=[%22suv%22]) ### Don't see what you're looking for? See all car hire in Downtown Chicago [View all cars](https://expedia.co.uk/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Downtown%20Chicago,%20Chicago,%20Illinois,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=6350699&date1=20/12/2025&date2=22/12/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a rental car per day in Downtown Chicago? ### What happens if I need to cancel my Downtown Chicago car reservation? ### What types of cars can I rent in Downtown Chicago? ### Where can I go on a road trip from Downtown Chicago? > - Make your way to Milwaukee for a fantastic sightseeing experience. Roughly 80 miles from Downtown Chicago, it has loads of great sights, including Milwaukee Art Museum. > - Why not see all that's on offer in Madison too? Popular attractions in this happening city include University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is approximately 120 miles from Downtown Chicago. > - Make tracks to Gardens of the Fox Cities for a day out in nature. Take a picnic to enjoy or just relax and unwind. From Downtown Chicago, it's 170 miles away. ### How do I find the best car hire deals in Downtown Chicago with Expedia? ### How old do you have to be to hire a car in Downtown Chicago? ### What do you need to hire a car in Downtown Chicago? ### What is the cheapest car rental in Downtown Chicago? ### Can I hire a car for a month or longer in Downtown Chicago? ### Where can I find a Downtown Chicago hire car if I am younger than 25? ### Can I drive in Downtown Chicago with my current driver's license? > - Age restrictions: You need to be 25 or older in most states to be able to hire a car, although in some places, the minimum age is 21 years. We recommend checking state and local regulations, and with the car hire company before you travel to understand all the terms and conditions. > - Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before you leave the lot to avoid unnecessary fees. When hiring a car in the United States, you usually can't cross country borders into Canada or Mexico, drive onto ferries or traverse off-road areas with a hire car. Please read all the rules and regulations before you book! ### Why should I rent a Downtown Chicago car with Expedia? ## Car Hire Information | Popular car types: | [SUV](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | -------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Car suppliers available: | | | Our best deal of the day: | | | Our second best deal of the day: | | | Our third best deal of the day: | | | From the airport to your hotel: | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.co.uk/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) | ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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