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Cheap Car Hire in Panama City

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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 21 February 2025.

January

R239

February

R239

March

R239

April

R202

May

R202

June

R221

July

R239

August

R221

September

R165

October

R147

November

R202

December

R239

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

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 21 February 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Panama City area such as Budget, Dollar and Thrifty. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Budget

8,6
Very Good
11 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,8

Overall

8,6

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

Thrifty

6,0
Okay
7 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,4

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

6,0

National

5,9
Fair
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

5,8

Avis

5,6
Fair
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,3

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,4

Value

5,8

Alamo

5,0
Fair
12 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,8

Overall

5,0

Pick-up/drop-off

4,7

Value

4,8

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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Panama City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (8,5 rating), Dollar (6,9 rating) and Thrifty (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 R16,23/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R730 and R1 054 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Booking early can save you upwards of 70% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Panama City.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Panama City it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Panama City?

    The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Mini (Kia Picanto) in Panama City, making it the most popular option.

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