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How far in advance should I rent a car in Panama?

Book your rental car in Panama 7 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱699/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 3,882% off the average price.

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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Panama?

Planning a car rental in Panama? October is the cheapest month, costing about ₱592 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₱1,335. Monthly average rental prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₱1,159

February

₱1,277

March

₱1,068

April

₱1,265

May

₱1,037

June

₱677

July

₱1,122

August

₱1,266

September

₱689

October

₱592

November

₱926

December

₱1,335

What car do most people rent in Panama?

The most popular types of cars to rent in Panama are the following: SUV rentals (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar), Luxury rentals (Kia Optima or similar), and Full-size rentals (Hyundai Elantra or similar).

Which car rental 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 rental agencies in Panama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Panama. Reviews were last updated on November 26, 2025.

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
31 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.6

Budget

8.5
Very good
26 reviews•14 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

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
6 reviews•26 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
10 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Alamo

5.6
Fair
14 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.3

Hertz

4.6
Mediocre
11 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.0

Ace

3.7
Poor
3 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.3

Overall

3.7

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on November 26, 2025.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?

    In Panama, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.

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