Cheap Car Rentals in Rockford from $28
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Rockford with a pick-up date of 2/18 and drop-off date of 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
Rockford car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Rockford. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on January 17, 2025.
Most popular company | HERTZ |
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Price of gas per gallon | $3.41 |
Average price per day | $44 |
Cheapest price per day | $28 |
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Rockford?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Rockford and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on January 17, 2025.
January
$37
February
$34
March
$47
April
$47
May
$50
June
$65
July
$67
August
$60
September
$55
October
$56
November
$52
December
$53
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rockford is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in Rockford
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Rockford to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on January 17, 2025.
Small cars | $44 - $89 | |
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All Car Types | $53 - $89 |
To rent a small car in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $57/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Rockford, the United States (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$89/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a small car saves you 18% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rockford small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a medium car in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $58/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Rockford, the United States (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$69/day). In fact, January is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rockford medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a large car in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $82/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Rockford, the United States (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$96/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a large car is 16% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rockford large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a SUV in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $70/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Rockford, the United States (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$84/day). In fact, January is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a SUV is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rockford SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a van in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Rockford, the United States (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$134/day). In fact, January is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a van is 28% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Rockford van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To rent a pickup truck in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $74/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Rockford, the United States (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$127/day). In fact, February is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a pickup truck is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a luxury car in Rockford, the United States, you would pay an average price of $86/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Rockford, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$99/day). In fact, February is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Rockford. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Rockford, renting a luxury car is 19% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Tips for renting a car in Rockford
Browse helpful tips for renting a car in Rockford including age restrictions, car type suggestions and more. Tips were last updated on January 17, 2025.
- Driving a rental car is a fantastic way to see Rockford, a city situated in north central Illinois. You can save time driving a rental car as opposed to taking public transportation, and you won't be confined to train or bus schedules. In your rental car, you can see the sites of Rockford according to your own agenda. You can visit the Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and Rock Cut State Park. A rental car also gives you the freedom to travel beyond city limits to places like Milwaukee, Madison, and Michigan's renowned Upper Peninsula.
- If you are flying into Illinois to visit Rockford, the Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is an ideal place for securing a rental car. Once you're plane lands, you can take the Airport Transit System (ATS) to the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF), where you’ll find agencies such as Enterprise, Budget, Avis, Hertz, and many others. Once you collect your car, as you are exiting the airport, follow the signs for the I-190 East. After about 2 minutes, you'll merge onto the I-90 West, which will take you into Rockford in about 1 hour.
- If you are looking to secure a car rental within Rockford, you can find an Enterprise Rent-A-Car downtown at 221 North Alpine Road, in the northern part of town at 1945 Harlem Road, and on the eastern edge of town at 2031 North State Street. You can find a Budget and an Avis just off I-90 on Cherryvale Mall Drive. There is an Avis-Budget at 7200 Harrison Avenue. A Hertz agency is located east of downtown at 7549 Walton Street.
Top rental agencies in Rockford
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Rockford known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Rockford. Reviews were last updated on January 17, 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Rockford, including Alamo, Budget and National. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.
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Best Rockford car rental deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Rockford. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Rockford with an average daily rate of $42. Data was last updated on January 17, 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Rockford, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on January 17, 2025.
Does the city of Rockford have its own airport where I can rent a car?
Yes. The Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is located south of downtown Rockford. At this small but modern and convenient airport, you can easily access the agencies Avis, National, Alamo, and Enterprise in the arrivals area. When you are making your car rental reservation, make sure you let the agency representative know what time your flight is arriving, especially if it is in the evening. You may have to make special arrangements with the car rental company to make sure that a representative is available to process your paperwork and give you your keys if your plane arrives outside of normal business hours.
Is it difficult to drive a rental car in the winter in Rockford?
Rockford experiences extremely cold temperatures and gets about 8 inches more snow per year than the national average. In winter weather, before you get in your rental vehicle, use the ice scraper and snow brush inside the car to clear your vehicle, especially your windows, of all snow and ice. When you are driving, try to stick to the major roads, which are more likely to be plowed and to be plowed first. Regardless of posted speed limits, drive more slowly than usual and take more time to both speed up and slow down. If you try to do it either too quickly in the snow or on the ice, your tires will most likely lose traction and skid.
Can I drive a Rockford car rental into Canada?
If you want to drive your Rockford car rental north and cross the border into Canada, most car rental agencies will allow you to do this, though not necessarily with all of their vehicles. Car rental companies will often prohibit you from taking luxury or exotic cars across the border. If you plan to drive into Canada, make sure you mention this at the time that you make your reservation. The car rental company must make sure that all paperwork and insurance are in order so that you can cross the border legally and safely. At the border, Canadian officials will ask to see or valid US driver's license with your picture on it, you're valid US passport, and a Canadian non-resident insurance car, which you must have came from the car rental company.
What is the cheapest rental car found in Rockford?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $44/day when booking a rental car in Rockford. The best deal a user found was for $26/day from Hertz, booked on Jan. 12.
What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Rockford?
According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Rockford from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty ($29/day), Hertz ($32/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($37/day).
Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Rockford?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Budget (6.8 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.4 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Rockford.
What are gas prices like in Rockford?
The average gas price in Rockford is $3.41/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $40 and $58 to fill up a car’s gas tank.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Rockford for a week from Hertz?
Hertz is one of the top picks in Rockford. They can have you in a rental car for about $296 per week on average.
How far in advance should I rent a car in Rockford for the best price?
Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 82% to make it a great deal in Rockford. Try to book at least 81 days prior to when you need the car rental to close on a rate below the average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Rockford?
Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Rockford however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Rockford for a month?
You can potentially save up to 43% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Rockford can cost you on average $1,267 a month or $42 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car rental in Rockford for a weekend?
It costs $90 for a weekend car rental in Rockford, on average. The cheapest type of car rental you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these rental types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a rental car in Rockford in February, prices are $55 per day on average.
What car do most people rent in Rockford?
The most popular car to rent while in Rockford is the Hyundai Elantra, which is a Standard vehicle.