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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Panama?

At the moment, the cheapest car hire agency in Panama is Ace, through whom users can find deals for as low as ₹ 1,412 per day. Users who book a rental car with Ace tend to find prices that are lower than the ₹ 1,472 per day national average. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on where you are renting, how many days you hire for, and the type of car you choose.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Panama?

The most popular car hire company in Panama is Ace. This agency currently has 6 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 3.0 out of 10. 71% of momondo users recently selected Ace as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Panama.

What car hire company in Panama has the most locations?

If you plan on travelling to Panama and hiring a car, then keep in mind that Dollar is the car hire agency with the most locations. You are likely to find one of their 25 country-wide locations either at your destination airport or somewhere in the city centre. If you haven’t chosen a city to travel to within Panama, consider Panama City, which is the most popular destination in the country. Here you will find that Dollar has 12 locations throughout the area.

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Find the car hire in Panama that's right for you

	Small cars	₹ 557 - ₹ 2,171
	All Car Types	₹ 557 - ₹ 8,023

The average price of a small car rental in Panama is ₹ 971. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Panama is in November. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 557 per day. A small car rental is typically 46% less expensive than the average rental car in Panama. The average price of a vehicle rental in Panama can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Panama car hire directory

All major car rental suppliers in Panama

Thrifty

5.8

Fair

31 reviews•16 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Dec 2023

There was nobody at the counter. I had to Take a taxi from airport to the hotel.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

Excellent service, great location (Panama City, Via España) comfortable vehicle. I recommend it.

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

My initial quote for the rental was $155 for a week. Once I arrived at the Thrifty Office in David, Panama and got my bill it was $555.00 They came out wihh all kinds of rules regarding how much yhey would gave to hold on my credit card if didn’t take the “full coverage insurance.” None of g the his was divulged to me at time of reservation. I felt as though I was extorted out of $400 dollars since they knew I was in small towns with my family with very few choices at the time. WILL NEVER USE THRIFTY OR THIS BOOKING AGAIN. Deceitful. If you (KAYAK) wants prove (documentation) which supports my claim, I will gladly send you copies. Olin

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

I arrived to the Thrifty office showing my email confirmation and there was no car. Their argument was that internet is not reliable. I needed the car so just went to another provider nearby but had to pay double. Don’t book from one day to the other and don’t use Kayak.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2023

Great experience

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

They refused to honor the booking. They insisted they would not rent the car without the CDW, even though this kind of insurance is already provided on my credit card. They pretended the cdw was obligatory by law in Panama but it's not. Liability insurance is, but it was already provided in the quote. I rented a car successfully from Express, who do not try to scam tourists with hidden fees that triple the price of the rental.

1 out of 11

Budget

8.5

Very Good

26 reviews•12 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sept 2023

Me gustó que fue muy rápida y sencilla la entrega, para mejorar sería la inclusión de la calculadora con el valor del auto con el valor mínimo incluido el seguro obligatorio contra terceros para no tener que llegar a revisar el tema y que salgan valores no estimados

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

The vehicle we reserved was a practically new model SUV that met our expectations. Proximity to the airport and helpful staff made the pickup and drop off a pleasant experience.

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Everything was fantastic!

8.0

Very Good|Apr 2023

Overall ok . Would use again

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Decameron Budget staff are first rate. Small tourist business works well. Fluent in English.

8.0

Very Good|Mar 2023

Good sevice and car

1 out of 9

Dollar

6.6

Okay

6 reviews•25 locations

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National

6.5

Okay

3 reviews•11 locations

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8.0

Very Good|Jan 2022

I was astonished with how much the insurance that they require you to have is. It was just about more than the actual rental. This is something that should be told to us when we rent. Knowing beforehand would be very very helpful

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

worst service ever

1.9

Poor|Jul 2021

Please provide more information regarding what is need to rent the car because for us it was impossible

1 out of 1

National Locations in Panama

Avis

6.2

Okay

10 reviews•8 locations

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Recent reviews

6.0

Okay|Apr 2023

Be aware of waiting time. Could take a lot longer than in the States. They still have old printers and computers.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

The reservation was supposed to be a pick up from airport but the car was not there. I had to take taxi to the city and pick it up from another location. Staff at airport was rude. The vehicle had a broken trunk latch, I had to crawl through the back seats to open it from inside everytime, which was a pain in the a** with all the luggage.

8.0

Very Good|Apr 2022

Good

1 out of 4

Alamo

5.7

Fair

14 reviews•11 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Jul 2023

Mandatory insurance costs are not included in the totals displayed online, so the price was ultimately much higher than anticipated. Also, they required renters to make the vehicle spotless inside and out or else pay a cleaning fee. Please also note the rental office is not inside Albrook airport as advertised - it’s not far away, but a bit confusing upon arrival.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

When I went to pick up the car they wanted twice the price quoted on Kayak. Something to do with Insurance which I rejected. They insisted there was no choice for me...Panamian law. This should be quoted in the total price by Kayak. Very misleading. I had to pay a $1050 bond, taken from my credit card. Worst of all, when I returned the car, they deducted the rental cost from the bond and promised to refund the rest within 5 days. Instead they charged the amount to my credit card as a debit, not as a credit. I am still fighting for the refund some $US860. Never again.

4.0

Mediocre|Feb 2023

The car was clean. They forced us to buy insurance even though I had it on my credit card. We had to upgrade the car because they didnt have the class car we ordered and they didn't have a car seat for my child.

4.0

Mediocre|Feb 2023

I was giving back the car at the airport on February 19. They never told me the car place would be closed. I showed up with limited time to spare for my flight only to find no one there and no number to call. Rather there was a number, but every time I called nobody picked up Finally, I found somebody back in Chandler at the airport who understood who to call you called spoke Spanish to a number I didn’t know but he had a number and they told me to leave the car and leave the keys in the box in front of the office and have the camera take a picture that’s what I did and I assume and hope that will be no damages because there is no damages. I had no other choice because I had to get a plane. This is not a level of service expected from your company.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

It was driven by National Team not Alamo. The car and service were great.

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

Car as ordered not available

1 out of 5

Alamo Locations in Panama

Hertz

4.6

Mediocre

11 reviews•17 locations

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2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

I reserved for one month for Panama for 940 and I my flight was delayed they wanted 2000)!

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

All ok apart from pricing. Booked one way ride and I was charged extra 200$ just for this. No indication during booking that the price can be so high. I've rented many times with different companies around the globe and always booking price was the one you pay. Minor adjustments such as insurance ok but not 5x more. Knowing this before booking would make me book Avis which had better drop-off location.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2022

Hidden fees! The insurance was much more than any other country ($37 per day) and even though my quote said nothing about a one way fee it was.mandatory and $190. A total rip off!!!

8.0

Very Good|Feb 2022

They really push you to get all insurance through them. Even tho we had insurance with our credit card, their deposit went from $1,000.00 to $100.00 if we insured with the car rental company and they said we would not get our deposit back for 2-3 weeks.

1 out of 4

Hertz Locations in Panama

Ace

3.8

Poor

3 reviews•8 locations

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Car hire in Panama

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Panama so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Panama drive on?

In Panama, drivers are required to drive on the right at all times. Not doing so can result in traffic violation tickets.

How good are the roads in Panama?

Out of 137 countries, Panama ranked 45 for road quality. On a scale of 1 to 7, where 7 is the highest score, Panama scored 4.6 for their road quality. The quality of the roads within the country may vary based on where you visit and the weather.

What is the drink driving limit in Panama?

The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in Panama is 0.00%. However, it’s important to check regional or local city laws because sometimes this limit might be different. The BAC in Panama may also vary based on age, driving experience, and whether or not you are driving a commercial vehicle. Panama has strict laws against individuals who drink-drive when they are younger than the legal drinking age of 18.

How much does petrol cost in Panama?

As of last week, the average price of petrol in Panama was ₹ 79 per litre. According to our data, Panama has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at ₹ 30 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at ₹ 321 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Panama?

Prices for cars in Panama are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Panama?

As of September 2025, there are 216 operators available to choose from for cars in Panama.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Panama?

Among different countries, including Panama, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Panama?

To rent a car in Panama, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Panama?

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Panama because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Panama?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Panama, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.