Cheap Car Hire in Panama City from R129
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 City with a pick-up date of 23/7 and drop-off date of 26/7. 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.
Popular car types in Panama City
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Panama City and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 11 July 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Panama City this past week from 109 hire locations out of 24 hire agencies. Prices for a Panama City small car hire start from R129/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
R129+
Compact
R602+
Standard
R629+
People carrier
R3 094+
Full-size SUV
R1 361+
Mini
R532+
Passenger van
R1 706+
Luxury
R854+
Best car hire deals found in Panama City
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Panama City. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Panama City with an average daily rate of R954. Data was last updated on 11 July 2025.
The best offers we've found on car hires in the Panama City area. Be sure to confirm the details of the deal, such as car type, daily rate, and pickup location.
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 R142/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 6.8/10 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 R142. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging R249 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 R142. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging R249 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
R231
February
R249
March
R213
April
R213
May
R195
June
R195
July
R231
August
R231
September
R160
October
R142
November
R195
December
R231
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 (Hyundai Accent or similar), Compact cars (Kia Sportage or similar), and SUV cars (Kia Sportage 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 10.
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 11 July 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Panama City area such as Budget, Dollar and National. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
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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 11 July 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.