Cheap Car Hire in Panama from $7
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 with a pick-up date of 16/10 and drop-off date of 19/10. 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.
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Panama car hires in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Panama. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Most popular company | Ace |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Standard |
Average price per day | $14 |
Cheapest price per day | $7 |
Popular car types in Panama
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Panama and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 October 2026.
There are, in total, 271 car hire locations in Panama that are operated by 31 companies. In the past week, medium car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: $7/day). Explore 6 car types currently offered from Panama hire providers:
Economy
$8+
Compact
$8+
Intermediate
$7+
SUV
$9+
People mover
$42+
Full-size SUV
$25+
Mini
$8+
Luxury
$10+
Best car hire deals found in Panama
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Panama. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Panama with an average daily rate of $15. Data was last updated on 7 October 2026.
Holden Cruze$7/day
Toyota Corolla Cross$8/day
Nissan March$8/day
Cheapflights insights for Panama car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Panama, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Panama?
To get the best deal on car hire in Panama, book about 80 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $16, which is about 8% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Panama?
In Panama, the most affordable car hire company right now is Ace, offering prices from just $8.26/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Routes Car & Truck Rentals, with rates starting at $14.20/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama?
At Panama, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just $14. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging $30 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, the best time to hire a car is in August, with an average daily rate of just $14. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging $30 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
$23
February
$24
March
$30
April
$22
May
$19
June
$16
July
$17
August
$14
September
$14
October
$17
November
$19
December
$24
Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama?
Avis has 8 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Automarket Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Panama at 23.
Top hire agencies in Panama
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Panama known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Panama. Reviews were last updated on 7 October 2026.
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Budget
26 reviews•14 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|July 2023The worse. They didn’t have my car because they gave it to one’s before I got there. I had to wait 45 minutes for a car to get picked up from another location.
10.0
|July 2023The Budget agent got us into the vehicle quickly.
10.0
|July 2023The Budget agents at the David airport in Panama got us into the vehicle quickly and we were on our way faster than I thought it would take to get the paperwork done.
10.0
|Apr 2023Great customer service
6.0
|Mar 2023Thé insurance are very expensive
1 out of 9
Budget Locations in Panama
Overview
Locations
National
2 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.8
National Locations in Panama
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Thrifty
26 reviews•25 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.2
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
6.2
Value
5.7
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2022It would have been better had the held the car for us. Having no car available because our flight was over 1 hour delayed is a stupid policy
2.0
|Mar 2022They did not have a car for me and I had to get a rental at national that was next door. I ask for a full refund. Since I never received a car
1 out of 9
Thrifty Locations in Panama
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Avis
17 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
5.7
Recent reviews
2.0
|Sept 2023Staff not really friendly, unmentioned and unexpected cost for liability had to be paid at the counter
10.0
|Sept 2023Great 👍🏾
10.0
|Aug 2023Everything was fine.
1 out of 6
Avis Locations in Panama
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Hertz
10 reviews•18 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.0
Overall
4.4
Pick-up/drop-off
5.5
Value
4.0
Recent reviews
2.0
|Apr 2023It is a fraud. Don't use Hertz in Panama. Go straight to Sixt or other companies.
1 out of 4
Hertz Locations in Panama
Overview
Reviews
Locations
Europcar
4 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.2
Overall
4.3
Pick-up/drop-off
4.1
Value
4.3
Recent reviews
2.0
|Nov 2024They are not in the terminal. I tried calling them three times but no answer. I called Expedia and they also had no luck getting through. I ended up renting from the counter and paid much more.
2.0
|July 2024Could not get the car . Nobody answered the phone when I called to be picked-up from the Airport. I rented from another company right at the airport.
2.0
|July 2023Terrible. Reserved car was not available. Of erred me two cars.
1 out of 2
Europcar Locations in Panama
Overview
Locations
Ace
2 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.9
Overall
3.8
Pick-up/drop-off
4.0
Value
4.4
Ace Locations in Panama
Overview
Locations
Automarket Rent a Car
23 locations
Automarket Rent a Car Locations in Panama
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 October 2026.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Panama?
When visiting Panama, it is typically cheapest to hire your car in Panama City where rental cars typically will cost around $13/day (0% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest car hire price in Panama was found in Panama City for just $6/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?
Cars in Panama are to be driven on the right side of the road.
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