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Cheap Car Hire in Panama from R1 068

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Panama with a pick-up date of 15/3 and drop-off date of 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Panama car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Panama. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 February 2026.

Most common car type

Economy
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Popular car types in Panama

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Panama and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 February 2026.
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There are 28 hire agencies servicing Panama. These agencies, altogether, have 236 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Panama with prices from R1 068 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Panama:

People carrier

People carrier

R1 222+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R1 337+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 670+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

R1 437+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 179+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 068+

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Standard SUV

Standard SUV

R1 347+

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Best car hire deals found in Panama

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Panama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Panama with an average daily rate of R1 614. Data was last updated on 12 February 2026.
BMW X3R1 068/day
5
4
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A/C
BMW X3
Found 02/11/26
Land Rover Range Rover EvoqueR1 337/day
5
4
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A/C
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Found 02/11/26
Volkswagen TiguanR1 347/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Tiguan
Found 02/11/26

Cheapflights insights for Panama car hires

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Panama, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R127, which is about 916% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama?

Planning to hire a car in Panama? September is the cheapest month, costing about R143 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R254. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R254

February

R238

March

R207

April

R191

May

R175

June

R175

July

R191

August

R191

September

R143

October

R175

November

R191

December

R254

What car do most people hire in Panama?

Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Panama. Intermediate cars (Kia Optima or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama?

Dollar has 26 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Automarket Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Panama at 23.

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Top rental agencies in Panama

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Panama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Panama. Reviews were last updated on 12 February 2026.

Thrifty

5,8
Fair
31 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6,7

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,2

Value

5,6

Budget

8,5
Very Good
26 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,5

Pick-up/drop-off

8,6

Value

8,2

National

6,5
Okay
3 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,7

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,3

Value

6,3

Dollar

6,5
Okay
4 reviews•26 locations
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Cleanliness

6,8

Comfort

6,6

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

6,3

Avis

6,1
Okay
12 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,5

Overall

6,1

Pick-up/drop-off

5,8

Value

6,1

Fox

6,0
Okay
1 review•6 locations
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Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

5,0

Alamo

5,9
Fair
13 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,5

Hertz

4,7
Mediocre
11 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6,4

Comfort

6,0

Overall

4,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

4,1

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 February 2026.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Panama.

Car hires by fuel type in Panama

Browse car hires by fuel type in Panama. Deals were last updated on 12 February 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Panama. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R97+

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