Car hire in Panama

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Panama

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Panama car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Panama car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Hertz
Pick-up points	8, Panama City is most popular

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City car hire in Panama

Where in Panama will you set off from? You could find a great price.

Car hire in Panama City

From

R 323per day

Car hire in Panama City

From

R 323per day

Airport options in Panama

If you’re flying to Panama it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Panama City Tocumen International airport

From

R 113per day

Car hire at Panama City Tocumen International airport

From

R 113per day

Find the best car rental deal in Panama

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Car hire in Panama: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Panama?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Panama, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Panama?

To rent a car with most companies in Panama you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Panama?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Panama is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for R 0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Panama?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Panama depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Panama, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I hire a car in Panama?

It’s easy to hire a car in Panama. First, you need to decide where in Panama you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Panama long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Panama?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Panama. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Panama?

It depends where in Panama you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Panama City. On average, it costs R 821 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is R 323 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Panama

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Panama are Hertz, MEX and Automarket Rent a Car. The cheapest company we've found is Sixt. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Hire a car long term in Panama

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Panama with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.