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Aurora car rentals

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Aurora

  • Suppose you're traveling to Aurora for a stay. Consider getting car rentals in Aurora to visit several stunning destinations in and outside the city. In contrast to public transport, Aurora car rentals provide a convenient means of getting to your destinations. You'll also gain ultimate peace of mind, trusting that you'll safely get to your location seamlessly. The places worth visiting with car rentals in Aurora include The Philips Park Zoo, Paramount Theatre, Sri Venkateswara Swami, Splash Country, Sci Tech Hands-on Museum, and Waubonsie Lake Park. These places are far apart, making Aurora car rentals a recommended means of transport.
  • The nearest airport to Aurora is Chicago O’Hare International (ORD), about 39 miles away. So, you’ll likely land there if you’re flying into the city. The popular car rental agencies at the airport include Avis, National, Budget, Hertz, Easirent, Thrifty, Alamo, Dollar, and Payless. The car rental desks are at the Multi-Modal facility, and you can access them via any airport terminal using shuttles. Consider booking your Aurora car rentals online to avoid long queues at the airport counter.
  • Driving your car rentals in Aurora is an easy and enjoyable experience, thanks to the well-developed and marked roads. Also, other drivers are typically less patient, and road users abide by the traffic regulations. So, be sure to adhere to all the traffic rules. The city has a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving. You shouldn't have alcohol in your system when driving your car rentals in Aurora. Pay attention to when you should slow down.
  • Just like other cities in Illinois, Aurora experiences heavy traffic during rush hours, since most residents access the city center with private vehicles. Typically, weekday rush hours begin from 6:00 am to 8:00 am and 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. If you must drive your car rentals in Aurora during rush hours, avoid congested areas to escape traffic congestion.
  • Book your rental car in Aurora at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Aurora are around 27% more expensive than other car types, on average

Aurora car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Aurora 
Verified travelerJun 2023
Rent ahead of time. Cheaper that way
Verified travelerJul 2023
Easy driving. Available parking everywhere. Not strictly.

FAQs about renting a car in Aurora

  • How much is gas price in Aurora?

    The average gas price in Aurora is C$ 5.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 62 and C$ 82, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Aurora?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Aurora.

  • Which car rental companies are at O'Hare Intl airport (ORD)?

    Car rental companies onsite at O'Hare Intl airport include Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Alamo, Fox, Kyte, Sixt, Avis and Europcar.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at O'Hare Intl airport (ORD)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Alamo and Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Aurora?

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

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Aurora?

    A Mini car rental in Aurora costs C$ 174 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Oversize car rental cost in Aurora?

    An Oversize car rental in Aurora costs C$ 181 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Aurora?

    A Full Size car rental in Aurora costs C$ 219 per day, on average.

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

    Roads in Aurora are generally well-established, making them typically versatile for any car type. So, consider the number of people you travel with when looking for your car type. You should go for an economy if you're traveling alone with little luggage. But an intermediate or standard is recommended if you travel with your family. Travelers planning to visit off-road locations should book an SUV to maneuver the hilly, bumpy roads.

  • What is the speed limit in Aurora?

    When driving your car rentals in Aurora, beware of the varying speed limits from one place to another. The speed limit when driving your Aurora car rentals in interstates outside urban is 70 mph, but the speed reduces to 65 mph on rural highways. When driving on urban roads, cap your speed at 30 mph. The urban interstate speed limit is 55 mph. Also, the city has multiple posted speed limits. Be sure to pay attention to them since they are strictly implemented.

  • Where are the best places to park in Aurora?

    When driving your car rentals in Aurora, chances are high that you'll need a parking lot. Although finding a parking lot should be easy, it comes with the hassle you want to avoid. So, consider booking a hotel with a parking lot. Multiple hotels will allow you to park your Aurora car rentals when you stay on their property. The hotels worth considering include Candlewood Suites Aurora, Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Aurora, Holiday Inn Aurora North, Quality Inn Aurora-Naperville Area, and Homewood Suites by Hilton Aurora Naperville. But if you opt for metered parking, consider looking for a parking spot downtown, since you'll be spoiled with many options. Parking charges vary, but on average, it costs around $1.50 per hour to park your car rentals in Aurora.

Aurora car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Avis

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Aurora

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Locations in Aurora

1311 North Lake Street

+1 630 906 2072

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

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No reviews available

Hertz

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.8

2 locations in Aurora

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Locations in Aurora

902 N Lake St

+1 630 892 0599

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

902 N Lake St

+1 630 892 0599

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was super easy.

Cons:

Would have been nice if I could have picked up the rental from the location I booked it from. Having to pick up from an alternate location delayed our departure time by at least 2 hours due to additional travel time to pick up, and that location being extremely under staffed.

2.0 Poor

Charmaine, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Why waited until the day of pick up to inform me that there were no van available. Which we paid for it up front. Never again!!!!!!!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

They didn't have my car

Cons:

If they'd have my car , and place was closed at time of pickup ..went next day at open and they didn't have it

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Improvement on welcoming. Vehicle not clean. Vehicle scratched. Vehicle were in stock. Easy access to pick up and drop off. Excellent pricing.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Joe is pretty good. Very approachable and nice.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The girl at the office was rude and no vehicle available to pick up . Ruined our day .

1 out of 3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.0

4 locations in Aurora

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Locations in Aurora

2080 Main St

+1 630 377 7800

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday12:00 - 15:00

4000 Ogden Ave

+1 630 820 4511

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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51 Kendall Point Dr

+1 630 499 7100

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

849 North Lake Street

+1 630 859 0900

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
I had a confirmation, however when I arrived to pick up the car. No car was available. I will never use Kayak again.

1 out of 1

Budget

6.2

Okay

One location in Aurora

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1311 North Lake Street

+1 630 892 2383

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

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Dollar

5.4

Fair

One location in Aurora

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Locations in Aurora

902 N Lake St

+1 630 892 0599

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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Thrifty

5.3

Fair

One location in Aurora

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Locations in Aurora

902 N Lake St

+1 630 892 0599

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Aurora

Locations in Aurora

Chicago/Aurora Municipal Airport

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19 travellers who rented a car in Aurora gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.9

Car rental locations in or near Aurora

Good to know

Most popular car type

Mini

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Aurora car rental information

Pick-up locationAurora
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Rental locations9
Airport locations1