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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Panama?
Avis is the most affordable car hire agency in Panama, with prices found for as low as £9 per day in some areas of the country. Comparatively, the average price to rent a car in Panama is £10 per day.
What car hire company in Panama has the most locations?
Dollar has more car hire locations within Panama than any other agency. With 25 locations scattered throughout the country, you are bound to find one of their rental car centres either at your destination airport or within the city. Panama City is one of the most popular cities to visit in Panama, and you should have no trouble hiring a car from one of Dollar’s 12 locations around the city.
What is the most popular type of car to hire in Panama?
Travellers to Panama usually opt to hire a Economy as their car of choice. This may be due to the weather during their stay, the activities they have planned, or their budget. In the past 30 days, 38% of our users rented a Economy for their trip to Panama at an average cost of £13 per day.
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Small cars
£8 - £28
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£13 - £39
The average price of a small car hire in Panama is £16. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Panama is in May. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just £8 per day. A small car rental is typically 41% less expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a car hire in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Panama small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Panama is £28. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Panama is in September. The price is 58% lower than the rest of the year at just £12 per day. A medium car rental is typically 4% more expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a car hire in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Panama medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Panama is £44. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Panama is in September. The price is 58% lower than the rest of the year at just £19 per day. A large car rental is typically 40% more expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a car hire in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Panama is £31. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Panama is in September. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just £17 per day. A SUV rental is typically 13% more expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a car hire in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Panama SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Panama is £27. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Panama is in August. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just £12 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a car hire in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Panama luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.
There was nobody at the counter. I had to Take a taxi from airport to the hotel.
10.0
Wonderful|Jul 2023
Excellent service, great location (Panama City, Via España) comfortable vehicle. I recommend it.
2.0
Poor|Jul 2023
My initial quote for the rental was $155 for a week. Once I arrived at the Thrifty Office in David, Panama and got my bill it was $555.00 They came out wihh all kinds of rules regarding how much yhey would gave to hold on my credit card if didn’t take the “full coverage insurance.” None of g the his was divulged to me at time of reservation. I felt as though I was extorted out of $400 dollars since they knew I was in small towns with my family with very few choices at the time. WILL NEVER USE THRIFTY OR THIS BOOKING AGAIN. Deceitful. If you (KAYAK) wants prove (documentation) which supports my claim, I will gladly send you copies. Olin
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
I arrived to the Thrifty office showing my email confirmation and there was no car. Their argument was that internet is not reliable. I needed the car so just went to another provider nearby but had to pay double. Don’t book from one day to the other and don’t use Kayak.
10.0
Wonderful|Feb 2023
Great experience
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
They refused to honor the booking. They insisted they would not rent the car without the CDW, even though this kind of insurance is already provided on my credit card. They pretended the cdw was obligatory by law in Panama but it's not. Liability insurance is, but it was already provided in the quote. I rented a car successfully from Express, who do not try to scam tourists with hidden fees that triple the price of the rental.
Me gustó que fue muy rápida y sencilla la entrega, para mejorar sería la inclusión de la calculadora con el valor del auto con el valor mínimo incluido el seguro obligatorio contra terceros para no tener que llegar a revisar el tema y que salgan valores no estimados
10.0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
The vehicle we reserved was a practically new model SUV that met our expectations. Proximity to the airport and helpful staff made the pickup and drop off a pleasant experience.
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Everything was fantastic!
8.0
Very Good|Apr 2023
Overall ok . Would use again
10.0
Wonderful|Apr 2023
Decameron Budget staff are first rate. Small tourist business works well. Fluent in English.
I was astonished with how much the insurance that they require you to have is. It was just about more than the actual rental. This is something that should be told to us when we rent. Knowing beforehand would be very very helpful
2.0
Poor|Jan 2022
worst service ever
1.9
Poor|Jul 2021
Please provide more information regarding what is need to rent the car because for us it was impossible
Be aware of waiting time. Could take a lot longer than in the States. They still have old printers and computers.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2023
The reservation was supposed to be a pick up from airport but the car was not there. I had to take taxi to the city and pick it up from another location. Staff at airport was rude. The vehicle had a broken trunk latch, I had to crawl through the back seats to open it from inside everytime, which was a pain in the a** with all the luggage.
Mandatory insurance costs are not included in the totals displayed online, so the price was ultimately much higher than anticipated. Also, they required renters to make the vehicle spotless inside and out or else pay a cleaning fee. Please also note the rental office is not inside Albrook airport as advertised - it’s not far away, but a bit confusing upon arrival.
2.0
Poor|Mar 2023
When I went to pick up the car they wanted twice the price quoted on Kayak. Something to do with Insurance which I rejected. They insisted there was no choice for me...Panamian law. This should be quoted in the total price by Kayak. Very misleading. I had to pay a $1050 bond, taken from my credit card. Worst of all, when I returned the car, they deducted the rental cost from the bond and promised to refund the rest within 5 days. Instead they charged the amount to my credit card as a debit, not as a credit. I am still fighting for the refund some $US860. Never again.
4.0
Mediocre|Feb 2023
The car was clean. They forced us to buy insurance even though I had it on my credit card. We had to upgrade the car because they didnt have the class car we ordered and they didn't have a car seat for my child.
4.0
Mediocre|Feb 2023
I was giving back the car at the airport on February 19. They never told me the car place would be closed. I showed up with limited time to spare for my flight only to find no one there and no number to call. Rather there was a number, but every time I called nobody picked up Finally, I found somebody back in Chandler at the airport who understood who to call you called spoke Spanish to a number I didn’t know but he had a number and they told me to leave the car and leave the keys in the box in front of the office and have the camera take a picture that’s what I did and I assume and hope that will be no damages because there is no damages. I had no other choice because I had to get a plane. This is not a level of service expected from your company.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
It was driven by National Team not Alamo. The car and service were great.
I reserved for one month for Panama for 940 and I my flight was delayed they wanted 2000)!
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
All ok apart from pricing. Booked one way ride and I was charged extra 200$ just for this. No indication during booking that the price can be so high. I've rented many times with different companies around the globe and always booking price was the one you pay. Minor adjustments such as insurance ok but not 5x more. Knowing this before booking would make me book Avis which had better drop-off location.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2022
Hidden fees! The insurance was much more than any other country ($37 per day) and even though my quote said nothing about a one way fee it was.mandatory and $190. A total rip off!!!
8.0
Very Good|Feb 2022
They really push you to get all insurance through them. Even tho we had insurance with our credit card, their deposit went from $1,000.00 to $100.00 if we insured with the car rental company and they said we would not get our deposit back for 2-3 weeks.
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Panama so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
What side of the road do people in Panama drive on?
People drive on the right in Panama. If you are travelling to Panama from a country that drives on the opposite side of the road, then this may take some getting used to, especially if you intend to hire a car during your stay.
How good are the roads in Panama?
As of 2019, Panama ranked 45 out of 137 countries for road quality. Panama received a road quality score of 4.6, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.
What is the drink driving limit in Panama?
The highest Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have in Panama while still legally able to operate a vehicle is 0.00 mg/l. However, some regions or cities within Panama might have different BAC limits, so it’s important to do your research before you travel. Panama has strict laws against individuals who drink-drive when they are younger than the legal drinking age of 18.
How much does petrol cost in Panama?
On average, you can expect to pay £0.69 per litre for petrol in Panama. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and petrol prices may vary across the country. If you aren’t set on hiring a car in Panama, then consider Kuwait. Petrol prices there are some of the cheapest in the world at £0.26 per litre as of last week. Hong Kong is another great place to visit and rent a car, but keep in mind that petrol prices can be expensive at around £2.69 per litre.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Panama?
Prices for cars in Panama were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Panama?
As of September 2025, there are 216 operators available to choose from for cars in Panama.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Panama?
Among different countries, including Panama, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Panama?
To rent a car in Panama, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Panama?
You should book a car hire in Panama using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Panama?
By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car hire in Panama easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Panama with free cancellation?
Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Panama which offer free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Panama on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Panama.
Can I find a car hire in Panama which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Panama on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Panama with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on car hire in Panama on momondo.
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