Cheapflights insights for Panama City car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Panama City, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama City?
For the best savings on car hire in Panama City, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just R140/day – about 1 117% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Panama City?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Panama City is Budget (rated 8.7/10 with 12 reviews). Dollar (rated 6.5/10 with 5 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama City?
At Panama City, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just R140. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging R246 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Panama City, the best time to hire a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just R140. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging R246 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R228
February
R246
March
R210
April
R210
May
R193
June
R193
July
R210
August
R210
September
R158
October
R140
November
R193
December
R228
What car do most people hire in Panama City?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Panama City are the following: Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar), SUV cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and Full-size cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama City?
Automarket Rent a Car has 13 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Dollar has the second-highest number of locations in Panama City at 12.
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 26 August 2025.
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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 26 August 2025.
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.