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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 10 March 2026.

Most common car type

Economy
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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 R150, which is about 1 069% 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 R150 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R266. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R266

February

R266

March

R233

April

R216

May

R183

June

R183

July

R200

August

R200

September

R150

October

R183

November

R200

December

R266

What car do most people hire in Panama?

SUV cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Panama. Economy cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate 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 10 March 2026.

Thrifty

5,7
Fair
32 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6,6

Comfort

6,1

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

6,1

Value

5,6

Budget

8,4
Very Good
27 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,1

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

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

Avis

5,9
Fair
13 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

6,9

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,9

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

4,4
Mediocre
11 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6,1

Comfort

5,6

Overall

4,4

Pick-up/drop-off

5,2

Value

4,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 10 March 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 10 March 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

R84+

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