Find Rentals
Insights
Agencies
FAQs
Panama City

Cheap Car Rentals in Panama City

Driver's age: 26-65
Here’s why our users search for rental cars through Cheapflights

Price trackingHolding out for a great deal? Get notified when prices are reduced.

Customized resultsFilter by rental agency, car type, price range and more.

Unlimited free useSearch as many times as you want with no hidden charges or fees.

Cheapflights insights for Panama City car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Panama City, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama City?

For the best savings on car hire in Panama City, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 129,618/day – about 1,119,218% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Panama City?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Panama City is Budget (rated 8.7/10 with 12 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.8/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Panama City, the best time to rent a car is at October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 129,618. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging Rp 226,831 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Panama City, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 129,618. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging Rp 226,831 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 210,629

February

Rp 226,831

March

Rp 194,426

April

Rp 194,426

May

Rp 178,224

June

Rp 178,224

July

Rp 210,629

August

Rp 194,426

September

Rp 145,820

October

Rp 129,618

November

Rp 178,224

December

Rp 210,629

What car do most people hire in Panama City?

Compact cars (Kia Sportage, for example) are the most popular in Panama City. Full-size (Toyota Corolla) and SUV (Kia Sportage) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Panama City.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama City?

Automarket Rent a Car has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Panama City at 10.

Top rental agencies in Panama City

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Panama City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Panama City. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Panama City area such as Budget, Dollar and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

8.7
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Dollar

6.8
Okay
5 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.0

National

6.2
Okay
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
7 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.9

Avis

5.8
Fair
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

6.1

Alamo

5.2
Fair
12 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

4.9

Value

5.0

Hertz

4.6
Mediocre
6 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.5

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3.3
Poor
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

4.6

Overall

3.3

Pick-up/drop-off

3.9

Value

4.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Panama City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Panama City?

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

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Airport car hires in Panama City

Hire a car at one of these airports in the Panama City area

Best Car Hire Deals

We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.

No Surprises

Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.

Free cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation
OSZAR »