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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Champaign car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Champaign with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Champaign?

You should book your rental car in Champaign around 87 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in Champaign?

Hires in the SUV category (Ford EcoSport or similar) are the most popular option in Champaign, costing ₹ 8,283/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₹ 5,070/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Champaign?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Champaign is January at an average cost of ₹ 5,030/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Champaign when prices are ₹ 7,782/day on average, which tends to be 17% above the yearly average hire price for Champaign.

Which car hire company in Champaign has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 3 locations in Champaign, more than any other car hire company.

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Champaign car rental price comparison by vehicle type

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Small cars

₹ 4,317 - ₹ 7,591

All Car Types

₹ 7,467 - ₹ 9,690

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Champaign?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Champaign?

Small car hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 5,919 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₹ 4,317 per day, which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 31% cheaper than the average car hire in Champaign, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 7,902 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₹ 6,690 per day, which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 8% cheaper than the average car hire in Champaign, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Champaign typically cost around ₹ 7,781 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₹ 6,168 per day, which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 10% cheaper than the average car hire in Champaign, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 9,303 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₹ 8,147 per day, which is about 13% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 8% more expensive than the average car hire in Champaign but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 11,423 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₹ 8,066 per day, which is about 30% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 26% more expensive than the average car hire in Champaign but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 8,548 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₹ 5,598 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 1% cheaper than the average car hire in Champaign, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car hire in Champaign typically costs around ₹ 11,091 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average ₹ 8,754 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 23% more expensive than the average car hire in Champaign but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Champaign

  • A great way to get around Champaign and its sister city, Urbana, is in your Champaign car rental. The airport isn’t serviced by public transportation, and it is a 5-mile ride to the University of Illinois campus, and a 6-mile ride to the city center. Once you have your rental, you’re free to explore the city’s museums (such as the Krannert Art Museum), sample the libations at the local vineyards and breweries, and enjoy the city’s parks. You may also want to spend some time in one of the nearby cities: Chicago, St. Louis and Indianapolis are all less than 3h from Champaign by car.
  • When flying into the Willard Airport (CMI), arranging car rentals in Champaign is convenient and easy. The rental car counters are located in the lower level of the airport’s only terminal, near the baggage claim. The cars are parked in the lot closest to the rental car counters. All of the airport and car rental services are within a short walking distance in and around the terminal.
  • Champaign is a college town and as you’d expect, there are a lot of college students walking and biking along the roads, especially when classes are in session in the fall, winter and spring. Drivers should use caution and keep an eye open for pedestrians and cyclists, especially around the University of Illinois campus. Also, a large number of streets throughout Champaign have designated bike routes, with or without special bicycle lane markings, so drivers should be especially vigilant on these streets.
  • As in most cities, motorists should expect traffic to slow a bit in the morning and evening rush hours, but the traffic is not as heavy in Champaign as it is in other major cities of the region. The North Prospect and Neil Shopping District straddling I-74 can be congested in the busy shopping hours after work and on holidays. Although snow is efficiently removed after winter storms, drivers should be prepared for driving in snowy and icy conditions when traveling in the city from December to April.
  • Medium rental cars in Champaign are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Champaign

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Champaign?

    Choices for car rentals in Champaign depend on the season and the type of driving you’ll be doing while traveling in and around the city. If you’re planning to spend time driving to one of the nearby cities of Chicago, St. Louis or Indianapolis, you may opt for a comfortable and fuel-efficient sedan to accommodate the longer distances. On the other hand, an SUV or other all-wheel-drive vehicle may be an ideal choice if you’re traveling in the winter months.

  • What’s the speed limit in Champaign?

    The speed limits for I-57 and I-74, the two major interstates crossing through Champaign, are 70mph and 60mph, respectively. Speed limits for roads in the most-congested areas are typically 30mph or 35mph. Most other main roads in the city have speed limits of 45mph, including wide, four-lane roads. Drivers should use caution when driving on these wide-open roads where it often feels like the speed limit should be 55mph, leaving drivers open to getting speeding tickets from awaiting police officers. Another tricky area for drivers is where I-72 enters Champaign and becomes University Ave; here, the speed limit drops quickly from 55mph to 30mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Champaign?

    There is ample parking available in municipal parking lots and on the streets in the busiest areas of Champaign, but most of the parking is metered. Meters cost between $0.25 and $1.50 per hour during the workweek, starting as early as 7am and enforced as late as 6pm. In the hospital district, you should also expect to feed the meter on Saturdays. The most expensive meters are located in the busiest downtown area, and parking gradually gets less expensive as you move farther away from the downtown area.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Champaign?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Small car rental cost in Champaign?

    A Small car hire in Champaign costs ₹ 6,456 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Champaign?

    A Special car hire in Champaign costs ₹ 6,203 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car rental cost in Champaign?

    A Medium car hire in Champaign costs ₹ 9,478 per day, on average.

Champaign car rental reviews and directory

 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6

Good

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.0

3 locations in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2248

Monday14:00 - 21:00
Tuesday14:00 - 21:00
Wednesday14:00 - 21:00
Thursday14:00 - 21:00
Friday14:00 - 21:00
Saturday14:00 - 21:00
Sunday14:00 - 21:00

1212 N Prospect Ave

+1 217 355 1300

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 14:00

1804 South Neil Street

+1 217 351 1400

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2.0 Poor

Lisa, May 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Even though this site "checked to make sure a car was available " when I arrived at the time I chose to rent... no cars were available. I did not get to rent a car that day

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
My experience using Enterprise was great. The staff was friendly and helpful. They also noticed a screw in the tire during the vehicle pre-inspection. This saved me many troubles on the trip had I experienced the flat during the trip, and it also led to a free upgrade to a nicer vehicle since they didn't have another comparable vehicle on the lot.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
They did not have the car we reserved available. We had reserved it for $81. They wanted to rent us an SUV for $450. Said they could not negotiate the price, we canceled the reservation. Did not rent the car, had to find one somewhere else because we could not pay $450.

1 out of 2

Hertz

6.2

Okay

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.2

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

707 North Mattis

+1 217 359 3746

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Tried to rip me off on gas And insurance add ons

8.0 Very Good

RJ, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Everything was fine. It was quite inconvenient that both spouses had to be present for both to be able to drive the vehicle; I’m sure there’s a good reason, but not everywhere has this requirement, so we’ll probably go back to rental services at CMI airport next time. Had to rearrange our whole afternoon last minute and bring our too-young-to-mask-or-vaccinate child in to the building. Drop off would have been better with a prior heads up or better signage regarding leaving the mileage report in the car; I put the keys in the box, then read that I was supposed to put the paperwork in the (locked) car. The car worked out great. Thanks.

1 out of 2

National

2.0

Poor

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2246

Monday14:00 - 21:00
Tuesday14:00 - 21:00
Wednesday14:00 - 21:00
Thursday14:00 - 21:00
Friday14:00 - 21:00
Saturday14:00 - 21:00
Sunday14:00 - 21:00

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Alamo

8.4

Very Good

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

11 Airport Rd

+1 833 516 2247

Monday14:00 - 21:00
Tuesday14:00 - 21:00
Wednesday14:00 - 21:00
Thursday14:00 - 21:00
Friday14:00 - 21:00
Saturday14:00 - 21:00
Sunday14:00 - 21:00

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Thrifty

5.2

Fair

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

707 North Mattis

+1 217 359 3746

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Dollar

5.0

Fair

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

707 North Mattis

+1 217 359 3746

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Easirent

4.5

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

5.1

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

University of Illinois Willard Airport

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Champaign

Locations in Champaign

Airport Rd 11

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20 travellers who rented a car in Champaign gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.7

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