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Cheap Car Hire in Panama from £5
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 7/10 and drop-off date of 20/10. 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 2025
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 29 August 2025.
Most popular company | Thrifty |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | £51 |
Cheapest price per day | £5 |
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 29 August 2025.
At £5/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Panama in the past week. Out of 26 car hire agencies operating in Panama, there are, in total, 216 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
£5+
Compact
£6+
Intermediate
£9+
People carrier
£29+
Full-size SUV
£27+
Mini
£5+
Passenger van
£40+
Pick-up truck
£20+
Compare car hire deals in Panama by type
Here are the best Panama small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Panama medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Panama SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Panama van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen up!£5/day
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Hyundai i20£5/day
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Fiat Panda£6/day
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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 £17. Data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Volkswagen up!£5/day
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Hyundai i20£5/day
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Skoda Scala£6/day
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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 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £6, which is about 57% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Panama?
Looking to hire a car in Panama? Hertz had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £5.67/day. Dollar also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £11.09/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama?
Planning to hire a car in Panama? October is the cheapest month, costing about £6 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of £10. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
£10
February
£10
March
£9
April
£9
May
£8
June
£8
July
£9
August
£9
September
£7
October
£6
November
£8
December
£10
What car do most people hire in Panama?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Panama are the following: Full-size cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), and SUV cars (Hyundai Venue or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Panama?
Dollar has 25 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 29 August 2025.
Thrifty
31 reviews•16 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.1
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/drop-off
6.1
Value
5.6
Budget
26 reviews•12 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Overall
8.5
Pick-up/drop-off
8.6
Value
8.3
Dollar
6 reviews•25 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.0
Overall
6.8
Pick-up/drop-off
6.4
Value
6.6
National
3 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.3
Overall
6.1
Pick-up/drop-off
5.8
Value
5.8
Avis
10 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.6
Overall
6.1
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
6.2
Alamo
14 reviews•11 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.3
Overall
5.8
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
5.4
Hertz
11 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.0
Overall
4.6
Pick-up/drop-off
5.3
Value
3.9
Ace
3 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.3
Overall
3.7
Pick-up/drop-off
4.4
Value
4.6
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Panama, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 August 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Panama?
The most popular car hire company at Panama is Hertz. With prices on FULLSIZE starting at £8/day about 375% more people book with Hertz than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Panama?
At £11/day, the cheapest car hire price in Panama was found in Panama City. On average, Panama City has the cheapest daily rental car price (£51/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Panama.
What side of the road do you drive on in Panama?
In Panama, drivers are expected to drive on the right side of the road.