Panama City

Cheap Car Rentals in Panama City

Panama City, Panama
Apr 25 — May 2
Driver's age: 26-65
Panama City, Panama
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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 April 18, 2024.

January

₱571

February

₱686

March

₱743

April

₱686

May

₱514

June

₱686

July

₱686

August

₱629

September

₱571

October

₱571

November

₱457

December

₱571

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 April 18, 2024.

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 April 18, 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Panama City, including Thrifty, Budget and Dollar. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Thrifty

5.8
Fair
42 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.5

Budget

8.4
Very good
16 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.8
Okay
15 reviews•7 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.2

National

5.9
Fair
7 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Ace

5.7
Fair
17 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.6

Alamo

5.5
Fair
22 reviews•6 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.3

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

5.1

Avis

4.7
Mediocre
15 reviews•4 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.6

Overall

4.5

Pick-up/drop-off

4.3

Value

4.6

Hertz

4.4
Mediocre
9 reviews•6 locations
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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 April 18, 2024.

  • Which car rental 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 rental car companies in Panama City.

  • What are gas prices like in Panama City?

    The average gas price in Panama City is ₱63.49/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between ₱2,857 and ₱4,127 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

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

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 67% on your car rental. For a below average price in Panama City, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 25 days in advance.

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

    Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Panama City however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people rent in Panama City?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Panama City is Compact (Hyundai Venue) based on our Cheapflights data.

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