Panama City

Cheap Car Rentals in Panama City

Panama City, Panama
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Panama City, Panama
Thu 4/4
Noon
Thu 11/4
Noon

Panama City car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Panama City. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

ALAMO

Price of petrol per litre

AED 3.90

Average price per day

AED 141

Cheapest price per day

AED 135

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Panama City?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Panama City and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

January

AED 36

February

AED 44

March

AED 47

April

AED 44

May

AED 33

June

AED 44

July

AED 44

August

AED 40

September

AED 36

October

AED 36

November

AED 29

December

AED 36

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Panama City is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is March. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Panama City

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Panama City to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

AED 66 - AED 222

All Car Types

AED 102 - AED 425

To rent a small car in Panama City, Panama, you would pay an average price of AED 68/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Panama City, Panama (~AED 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 222/day). In fact, August is about 3% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Panama City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Panama City, renting a small car saves you 50% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Panama City, Panama, you would pay an average price of AED 139/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Panama City, Panama (~AED 121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~AED 596/day). In fact, April is about 13% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Panama City. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Panama City, renting a SUV is 3% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Panama City

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Panama City known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Panama City. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Panama City, such as Thrifty, Budget and Dollar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Panama City, including Thrifty, Budget and Dollar.

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
42 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.5

Budget

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.5
Okay
15 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.7

National

5.9
Fair
7 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Ace

5.7
Fair
17 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.6

Alamo

5.5
Fair
22 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.1

Avis

4.8
Mediocre
15 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.8

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.5

Hertz

4.4
Mediocre
9 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.2

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

3.2

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Panama City, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Panama City?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under AED 141/day when booking a car hire in Panama City. The absolute best deal a user found was for AED 135/day from Alamo, booked on Jan. 14.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Panama City?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (8.3 rating), Dollar (7.5 rating) and Ace (6.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Panama City.

  • What are petrol prices like in Panama City?

    The average price of petrol in Panama City is AED 3.90/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 175 and AED 253 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Panama City for a week from Alamo?

    From Alamo you can hire a car in Panama City from about AED 984 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama City for the best price?

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 71% to make it a great deal in Panama City. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Panama City?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Panama City it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Panama City for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Panama City can be found for about AED 4,216, with the average price for a rental being around AED 141 a day. Book with Alamo, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 3% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Panama City.

  • What car do most people hire in Panama City?

    Nissan Almera, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Panama City according to Cheapflights users.

See more FAQs
Best Car Hire Deals
We make it easy and fast to find and compare deals from 70,000+ hire locations and hundreds of agencies.
No Surprises
Prices shown to you will be completely in full, without any hidden charges or fees.
Free cancellation
Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book car hire on Cheapflights from agencies that offer free cancellation