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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Panama City
- One of the main advantages to having a car during your time in Panama City is that it opens up the countryside for easy exploration. There are a number of spectacular spots that are just perfect as day trips from Panama City. Some of these spots include Cajones de Chame, which is 90 km (56 miles) away from the city, and Laguna de San Carlos, which is 110 km (68 miles) away.
- If you’re flying in, you’ll probably want to pick up your hire car from the airport so you can start your vacation right away. If your flight is arriving at Tocumen International Airport, then you will find the hire car offices in the airport’s Arrivals Hall.
- It is worth remembering that cell phone use is strictly forbidden when driving in Panama. This is important to remember because many tourists use their phones to navigate Panama City. So stay on the safe side of the law by having a passenger be the guide during your time in Panama City.
- Rush hour doesn’t last overly long in Panama City, but nonetheless it is definitely worth avoiding. Generally, drivers can expect the morning rush hour to begin shortly after 7:00 a.m. and to last until 9:00 a.m. The afternoon rush hour begins around 4:00 p.m. and winds down at around 6:00 p.m. during the work week. Calle 50 and Via España are two roads worth avoiding during rush hour, as they both can become quite bogged down.
- Book your rental car in Panama City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Panama City are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average
Panama City car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Panama City
What type of car is recommended for driving in Panama City?
Fortunately for travelers, all sizes of vehicles will be comfortable to drive on the roads of Panama City. SUVs, coupes, compacts, and sedans can all be found on the road here so travelers really have their pick. However, if you plan on exploring the older parts of the city by car, it may be worth renting a smaller vehicle as the streets can become a bit narrow at times.
What’s the speed limit in Panama City?
The speed limit in built-up areas and urban zones in Panama City typically ranges from 30 km/h (19 mph) to 50 km/h (31 mph). In towns and on local roads the speed limit goes up to 60 km/h (37 mph), while on highways the speed limit goes from 100 km/h (62 mph) to 120 km/h (75 mph).
Where are the best places to park in Panama City?
Private parking garages and lots are reliable options for drivers who are sticking to the busier parts of town. In calmer areas such as residential districts, streetside parking is a more popular option. Drivers should note, though, that many businesses will have private parking lots and garages for their customers to use.
How much is the price of fuel in Panama City?
The average price of fuel in Panama City is RM 14.87 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between RM 178 and RM 238, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Panama City?
Standard (Suzuki Grand Vitara or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Panama City.
How can I find car hires near me in Panama City?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Panama City?
A Standard car hire in Panama City costs RM 65 per day, on average.
How much does a Premium car hire cost in Panama City?
A Premium car hire in Panama City costs RM 242 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Panama City?
A Mini car hire in Panama City costs RM 47 per day, on average.
Panama City car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Budget
8.4
Very Good
Read 12 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
El Cangrejo, 55th Street
+507 214 6806
Omar Torrijos Avenue
+507 315 0201
Tocumen Int'l Aeropuerto
+507 238 4069
Via Espana,calle Gabriela
+507 263 9190
Via Israel And 77th Street
+507 270 0477
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
2.0 Poor
ignacio, Dec 2019
Pros:
I tried several time to cancel the reservation by website and also by email and I didn't receive any confirmation about that.10.0 Wonderful
JAIRO, Sept 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Passenger van
10.0 Wonderful
Albert, Jul 2023
Premium SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Albert, Jul 2023
Premium SUV
Dollar
6.4
Okay
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.6
8 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Carretera Interamericana
+507 270 0355
Level 100
+507 279 5721
Panama Domestic Intl Apo
+507 270 0355
Panama Pacifico Intl Airport
+507 279 5733
Y Calle 74, Obrrio
+507 270 0355
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10.0 Wonderful
Andries, Nov 2020
Cons:
Navigation options2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2020
Cons:
Mentioning of insurance in total sum. Your service is ridiculous and tricks people into making reservations with this company.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Compact
6.0 Okay
Maria, Jun 2022
2.0 Poor
Roger, Jan 2022
National
6.0
Okay
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
5.6
6 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Ave Diogenes De La Rosa Y
+507 275 7222
Ave Diogenes De La Rosa
+507 275 7222
Calle 50 Ph Universal 50
+507 275 7222
Calle 55 El Cangrejo
+507 265 5092
Tocumen International Airport
+507 275 7222
Via La Rotonda Hotel Westing
+507 275 7282
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7.2 Good
Marcos, Feb 2020
Pros:
The pickup/drop off could not have been any closer to the business, it was great.Cons:
Upfront pricing would have been appreciated. The price you get quoted is GREAT...come to find out it is not the case at all. It is actually 3/4 times more expensive (normal price for US rental). The quote is only for the car BUT you have to get insurance, from Panama (no third party insurance companies outside of country are accepted). So, what started off as a $81 total price for 5 days turned into a $240 price tag AND I had to cancel the third party insurance I purchased (still waiting for my reimbursement).8.0 Very Good
alison, Jan 2022
2.0 Poor
Junior, Jan 2022
1.9 Poor
Maria Teresa De Jesús, Jul 2021
Thrifty
5.7
Fair
Read 10 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
5.6
7 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Av Principal Sur, Costadeleste
+507 204 9555
Ave Domingo Diaz, Tocumen
+507 204 9591
Avenida Domingo Diaz
+507 204 9555
Calle Eusebio A Morales
+507 204 9555
Panama Domestic/intl Apo, Pa.
+507 315 0144
Tocumen Intl Apt, Panama
+507 238 4955
Via Espana N0. 100
+507 214 7677
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Compact SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Brad, Jan 2020
Pros:
Easy drop-offCons:
The insurance cost was outrageous (125% of the rental cost) and was not listed at the time of booking.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2019
Pros:
The insurance is a gimmick4.4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Dec 2019
Pros:
Not frendly Was Trying to bill me a lot moreCons:
They don't accept American car insurance companys. That what i was told at the counter. By a ver rude woman. Wich wanted to charge me more 4 times the reservation price. Be careful with the tricks they use.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Full-size SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2023
Ace
5.7
Fair
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
5.6
3 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Avenida Marcos A Gelabert
+507 315 0200
Calle 50
+507 378 9090
Via Tocumen
+507 238 3200
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Steve, Dec 2023
Compact
8.4 Very Good
Anonymous, Jan 2020
Pros:
Amed, was super helpful, friendly, efficient, professional and went beyond the call of duty.Alamo
5.4
Fair
Read 11 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
5.3
6 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Ave Diogenes De La Rosa
+507 236 5777
Calle 50 Ph Universal 50 N0.2
+507 236 5777
Tocumen International Airport
+507 236 5777
Via Espana - Hotel Continental
+507 236 5777
Via La Rotonda Hotel Westing
+507 236 5777
Via Ricardo J Alfaro Entrada
+507 236 5777
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8.0 Very Good
Ann, Feb 2024
Mini
6.0 Okay
José, Jan 2024
Mini
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Full-size SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Passenger van
2.0 Poor
Elias, Dec 2023
Luxury SUV
7.6 Good
Michael, Aug 2020
Pros:
The staff once in the office were very friendly and efficientCons:
The pick up line was very long. Waited ~60 min outside before seeing an agent The car had sand on the rig like it had just been to a beach.4 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Ave De La Rotonda
+507 278 9444
Marcos A Gelabert Airport Albrook Field
+507 315 0434
Tocumen Intl Apo
+507 238 4056
Victoria Hotel
+507 213 0555
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Premium
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Premium SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Afraz, Aug 2023
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2023
Premium SUV
6 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Aeropuerto Marcos A Gelabert
+507 321 8308
Apto. Intl De Tocumen
+507 260 0000
Av Principal Sur, Costadeleste
+507 260 0000
Av. Belisario Porras
+507 321 8301
Ave Principal Torremolinos
+507 260 0000
Calle Eusebio A Morales
+507 301 2699
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Diego, Apr 2021
Pros:
NothingCons:
I had an offer for $150 for the car and then when I got there they said it was not available anymore and I ended up paying over $300 for a worse car. Never renting from them again.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2021
Cons:
If the branch moves, this should also be communicated on the Internet! When we arrived in Panama City we had to go to two old addresses before we found the current address at 7 p.m.2.0 Poor
Amilcar, Dec 2019
Pros:
They did not have a single car to honor my reservationCons:
Synchronize the Kayak reservations with the internal system. So that they don’t offer for lease what they don’t have5.6 Fair
Sven, Dec 2019
Cons:
The mendetory insurance was added at the airport and we not listed when we reserved the car. We ended up paying +100%2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2023
Economy
4 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Avenida Canfield Centro Comer
+507 317 6161
Tocumen International Airport
+507 238 4142
Via La Rotonda Hotel Westing
+507 275 7282
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6.0 Okay
D, May 2021
Pros:
Professional Staff. Car was ready on arrival. Easy pick up and drop off. Clean vehicle.Cons:
Mechanical issues with vehicle. For some bizarre reason the outside of the windshield remained fogged up on humid and rainy days. Always had to have the windshield wipers on. Electrical issues with the infotainment center and fuel gage. After fill up gage would show about 85% full, after driving through about a quarter tank of gas the gauge would show full. 25% markup on tolls using the E-pass. Wanted to charge me Collision Insurance, but I declined because I was covered by my credit card, so they applied a different insurance that costs the same.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Passenger van
1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2021
5 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Ave. Eusebio A Morales
+507 260 0000
Marcos A Gelabert Albrook Apt
+507 279 5777
Metro Mail, Ave Domingo Diaz
+507 321 8383
Tocumen Intl Airport
+507 270 0355
Via Tocumen Hotel Crowne Plaza
+507 321 8383
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3 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Hotel Riande Airport, Ave. Domingo Diaz, Tocumen
+507 266 1557
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2022
5 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Avenida Mulvehill
+507 321 6349
Calle 50 y 67 San Francisco
+507 321 6340
Calle Elvira Mendez 52
+507 269 7498
Calle Eusebio A. Morales
+507 321 6303
Via Tocumen 1
+507 321 6350
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2019
Pros:
It was terrible. I booked and arrived to the location to be told that the car was not available and that they had sent me an email. The email had arrived minutes before the rental time! And the cost of the taxi to the rental location? And the time lost in a vacation? Do not trust the cars the rental agencies indicate are available, same thing happened in Hertz at the Panama Airport, I arrive and they indicated that hopefully a client would return the car at the time I had booked the car, of course it never arrived.One location in Panama City
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4 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
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2 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Avenida Balboa
+507 6282 7456
Hotel Riande Aeropuerto, Ave Domingo Diaz
+507 6282 7456
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2 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Av. Domingo Diaz
+507 6983 1916
Tocumen, Between Pan American Highway and Av. Domingo Diaz, 0819-09190, Panamá
+507 6983 1916
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3 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
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One location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
El Cangrejo Calle D Edf
+507 397 5116
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3 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
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7 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
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4 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Av. Vasco Nuñez de Balboa, Panama Ciudad de Panamà, Edificio Ph, Av. Vasco Nuñez de Balboa
+507 833 6993
Calle 52 este Bella Vista, PH Regente, Área bancaria (detrás de Felix B Maduro de vía España) Panamá, Ciudad de Panamá
+507 833 6993
David Chiriquí, Aeropuerto Enrique Malek
+507 833 6993
Frente al Aeropuerto Internacional de Tocumen, Av. Domingo Díaz, Ciudad de Panamá, Panamá. Punto de reunión: Saliendo por la Puerta 3 (P3) y puerta 4 (P4) pasillo hacia los estacionamientos.
+507 833 6993
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One location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Via España con Justo Arosemena, Bella Vista - La Cresta, Fox Rent a Car Office.
+507 225 3452
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One location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
Europcar, Calle 52 Este
+1 800 225 4369
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One location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
La Alborada Sector Sur
+86 10 6064 1387
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Car hire locations in or near Panama City
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Most popular car type | Standard |
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When to book a car hire in Panama City
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Panama City
Panama City car hire information
| Pick-up location | Panama City |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 92 |
| Airport locations | 38 |