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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 21 December 2024.

January

HK$85

February

HK$101

March

HK$101

April

HK$85

May

HK$85

June

HK$85

July

HK$101

August

HK$93

September

HK$69

October

HK$62

November

HK$85

December

HK$93

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Panama City is October. The most expensive time to rent a car is February. 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.

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 21 December 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Panama City, including Budget, Dollar and Thrifty in Panama City. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Budget

8.4
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Dollar

6.4
Okay
5 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.6

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
8 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

5.8

National

6.0
Okay
4 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

6.2

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.6

Ace

5.7
Fair
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.2

Overall

5.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.6

Alamo

5.4
Fair
11 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.2

Avis

4.6
Mediocre
7 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.4

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.4

Value

4.7

Hertz

4.5
Mediocre
8 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.2

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

3.4

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 21 December 2024.
  • 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 (6.6 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 HK$6.84/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$308 and HK$445 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Ace is one of the top picks in Panama City. They can have you in a hire car for about HK$899 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 69% 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.

  • What car do most people hire in Panama City?

    The most popular car to hire while in Panama City is the Volkswagen Polo, which is a Economy vehicle.

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