Cheapflights insights for Panama car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Panama, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama?
Book your car hire in Panama 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 46/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 150% off the average price.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Panama?
At Panama, the best time to rent a car is at October, with an average daily rate of just RM 44. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging RM 103 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, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just RM 44. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging RM 103 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
RM 94
February
RM 95
March
RM 103
April
RM 84
May
RM 61
June
RM 61
July
RM 82
August
RM 80
September
RM 68
October
RM 44
November
RM 52
December
RM 64
What car do most people hire in Panama?
SUV cars (Mitsubishi Montero Sport or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Panama. Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Toyota Camry or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama?
Avis has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Automarket Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Panama at 23.
Top rental agencies in Panama
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Panama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Panama. Reviews were last updated on 6 October 2026.
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Budget
26 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|Jul 2023The worse. They didn’t have my car because they gave it to one’s before I got there. I had to wait 45 minutes for a car to get picked up from another location.
10.0
|Jul 2023The Budget agent got us into the vehicle quickly.
10.0
|Jul 2023The Budget agents at the David airport in Panama got us into the vehicle quickly and we were on our way faster than I thought it would take to get the paperwork done.
10.0
|Apr 2023Great customer service
6.0
|Mar 2023Thé insurance are very expensive
1 out of 9
Budget Locations in Panama
Overview
Locations
National
2 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.8
National Locations in Panama
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Locations
Thrifty
26 reviews•25 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
5.7
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2022It would have been better had the held the car for us. Having no car available because our flight was over 1 hour delayed is a stupid policy
2.0
|Mar 2022They did not have a car for me and I had to get a rental at national that was next door. I ask for a full refund. Since I never received a car
1 out of 9
Thrifty Locations in Panama
Overview
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Avis
17 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
5.7
Recent reviews
2.0
|Sept 2023Staff not really friendly, unmentioned and unexpected cost for liability had to be paid at the counter
10.0
|Sept 2023Great 👍🏾
10.0
|Aug 2023Everything was fine.
1 out of 6
Avis Locations in Panama
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Locations
Hertz
10 reviews•18 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.0
Overall
4.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
4.0
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2023It is a fraud. Don't use Hertz in Panama. Go straight to Sixt or other companies.
1 out of 4
Hertz Locations in Panama
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Locations
Europcar
4 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.2
Overall
4.3
Pick-up/drop-off
4.1
Value
4.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|Nov 2024They are not in the terminal. I tried calling them three times but no answer. I called Expedia and they also had no luck getting through. I ended up renting from the counter and paid much more.
2.0
|Jul 2024Could not get the car . Nobody answered the phone when I called to be picked-up from the Airport. I rented from another company right at the airport.
2.0
|Jul 2023Terrible. Reserved car was not available. Of erred me two cars.
1 out of 2
Europcar Locations in Panama
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Locations
Ace
2 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.9
Overall
3.8
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
4.4
Ace Locations in Panama
Overview
Locations
Automarket Rent a Car
23 locations
Automarket Rent a Car Locations in Panama
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 October 2026.
What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?
In Panama, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.
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