Panama City

Cheap Car Rentals in Panama City

Panama City, Panama
1 May — 8 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Panama City, Panama
Wed 1/5
Noon
Wed 8/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Panama City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Panama City 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 24 April 2024.

January

$16

February

$20

March

$21

April

$20

May

$15

June

$20

July

$20

August

$18

September

$16

October

$16

November

$13

December

$16

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Panama City is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. 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 Panama City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Panama City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 April 2024.

Top rental agencies in Panama City

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Panama City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Panama City. Reviews were last updated on 24 April 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Panama City, including Thrifty, Budget and Dollar in Panama City. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
42 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.5

Budget

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews•5 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.8
Okay
15 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.2

National

5.8
Fair
7 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.5

Ace

5.7
Fair
17 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.6

Alamo

5.5
Fair
22 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.1

Avis

4.7
Mediocre
15 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.7

Hertz

4.4
Mediocre
9 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.2

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

3.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Panama City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (8.3 rating), Dollar (7.5 rating) and Ace (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Panama City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Panama City?

    The average price of petrol in Panama City is $1.88/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $84 and $122 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama City for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Panama City it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 71%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Panama City?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Panama City for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Panama City?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Panama City is Economy (Volkswagen Polo) based on our Cheapflights data.

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