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

To get the best deal on car hire in Panama, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 173,873, which is about 1,054,949% cheaper than the typical rate.

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

At Panama, the best time to rent a car is at October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 146,259. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging Rp 383,549 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Panama, the best time to rent a car is in October, with an average daily rate of just Rp 146,259. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging Rp 383,549 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 306,991

February

Rp 377,836

March

Rp 360,696

April

Rp 383,549

May

Rp 260,524

June

Rp 184,728

July

Rp 325,655

August

Rp 240,718

September

Rp 211,771

October

Rp 146,259

November

Rp 215,580

December

Rp 313,847

What car do most people hire in Panama?

Intermediate cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Panama. Full-size cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Kia Optima or similar).

Which car hire 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 4 February 2026.

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
4 reviews•26 locations
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Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.3

Avis

6.2
Okay
12 reviews•8 locations
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.2

Fox

6.0
Okay
1 review•6 locations
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Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

5.0

Alamo

5.9
Fair
13 reviews•11 locations
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Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.5

Hertz

4.7
Mediocre
11 reviews•18 locations
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Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.0

Overall

4.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

4.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 February 2026.

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

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Panama.

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