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Panama car hires in 2025
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 15 August 2025.
Most common car type | Compact |
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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 R141, which is about 1 117% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama?
Planning to hire a car in Panama? October is the cheapest month, costing about R141 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R246. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R228
February
R246
March
R211
April
R211
May
R193
June
R193
July
R211
August
R211
September
R158
October
R141
November
R193
December
R228
What car do most people hire in Panama?
Compact cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Panama. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama?
Automarket Rent a Car has 23 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Panama at 19.
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 15 August 2025.
Thrifty
31 reviews•16 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,6
Comfort
6,0
Overall
5,7
Pick-up/drop-off
6,1
Value
5,6
Budget
26 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,7
Comfort
8,6
Overall
8,5
Pick-up/drop-off
8,6
Value
8,3
Dollar
6 reviews•19 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,2
Comfort
7,0
Overall
6,8
Pick-up/drop-off
6,4
Value
6,6
National
3 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,2
Comfort
6,3
Overall
6,1
Pick-up/drop-off
5,8
Value
5,8
Avis
10 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,9
Comfort
6,6
Overall
6,1
Pick-up/drop-off
5,9
Value
6,2
Alamo
14 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,8
Comfort
6,3
Overall
5,8
Pick-up/drop-off
6,0
Value
5,4
Hertz
11 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6,6
Comfort
6,0
Overall
4,6
Pick-up/drop-off
5,3
Value
3,9
Ace
3 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5,5
Comfort
5,3
Overall
3,7
Pick-up/drop-off
4,4
Value
4,6
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 August 2025.
What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?
Cars travel on the right side of the road in Panama.