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Thrifty car hire deals in Chicago, Illinois

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	Small cars	₹ 2,972 - ₹ 14,797
	All Car Types	₹ 3,994 - ₹ 11,206

The best time to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Chicago, Illinois is in March when prices are ₹ 2,972 per day on average. ₹ 2,972 per day is 55% lower than the ₹ 6,574 average yearly price for a Thrifty Small car hire in Chicago. While March may be the cheapest month to hire a Small car from Thrifty in Chicago, June is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in June on Small car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Chicago, Illinois is in December when prices are ₹ 3,827 per day on average. ₹ 3,827 per day is 48% lower than the ₹ 7,392 average yearly price for a Thrifty Medium car hire in Chicago. While December may be the cheapest month to hire a Medium car from Thrifty in Chicago, July is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in July on Medium car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Chicago, Illinois is in October when prices are ₹ 2,782 per day on average. ₹ 2,782 per day is 64% lower than the ₹ 7,668 average yearly price for a Thrifty Large car hire in Chicago. While October may be the cheapest month to hire a Large car from Thrifty in Chicago, August is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in August on Large car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

The best time to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Chicago, Illinois is in September when prices are ₹ 3,268 per day on average. ₹ 3,268 per day is 45% lower than the ₹ 5,934 average yearly price for a Thrifty SUV car hire in Chicago. While September may be the cheapest month to hire a SUV car from Thrifty in Chicago, April is the most expensive. However, you may still be able to find great deals in April on SUV car hire from Thrifty depending on what day you book.

Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

4-5-door vehicles

₹ 2,425/day

7 May - 14 May

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Chevrolet Sonic Sedan

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

4-5-door vehicles

₹ 2,425/day

17 May - 23 May

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Chicago’s Thrifty locations

Below you will find information for every Thrifty car hire location in Chicago, including address, phone number, and reviews

Thrifty

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85 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.

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Information about Thrifty car hires in Chicago

Does Thrifty have a location at Chicago Midway Airport?

At the moment, Thrifty has 2 locations at Chicago Midway Airport:
5150 W 55th Street
Lc Pending Close Dec 1st.

Does Thrifty offer free car hire cancellation in Chicago?

Yes, you can cancel your Thrifty hire car reservation in Chicago free of charge. However, cancelling your car hire right before your scheduled pick-up date could result in a fee. Be sure to call Thrifty and ask about specific cancellation policies. You can view a list of phone numbers under the Locations tab by clicking here.

What is the most popular car to hire from Thrifty while in Chicago in May?

The most popular type of car to hire from Thrifty in Chicago during May are Compact hires. You can expect to pay around ₹ 3,136 per day for Compact hires in May, though some of our users found prices for as low as ₹ 2,562 per day.

What is the cheapest type of car to hire from Thrifty in Chicago?

The cheapest type of car Thrifty has to offer in Chicago is the Compact at ₹ 3,136 per day on average. ₹ 3,136 per day is 21% cheaper than the most expensive car available at Thrifty, so you end up saving some money by choosing a more affordable option. 43% of momondo users who hired a car in Chicago from Thrifty chose the Compact, often because of the cost savings.

How many Thrifty car hire locations are there in Chicago?

There are 6 car hire locations in Chicago that Thrifty owns. Their 10255 West Zemke Road, Chicago location happens to be the most popular amongst our users. In the last 12 months, 92% of the users who hired a car from Thrifty in Chicago chose to pick up their hire at 10255 West Zemke Road.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Chicago?

Prices for cars in Chicago were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Chicago?

As of April 2025, there are 129 operators available to choose from for cars in Chicago.

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

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Chicago. 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 Chicago?

To rent a car in Chicago, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.