Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

San Carlos travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Carlos

With a population of 857, San Carlos is a must-see destination in Panamá Oeste, Panama. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 13 days in order to fully appreciate everything San Carlos has to offer.

When to visit San Carlos

San Carlos in December
Estimated hotel price
$40
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Carlos in December
Estimated hotel price
$40
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to San Carlos

Plane

When flying to San Carlos, you’ll arrive at Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl (RIH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to San Carlos is to pick up a car rental from Panama City, which is about 73 km from San Carlos. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Panama City.

Plane

When flying to San Carlos, you’ll arrive at Río Hato Scarlett Martinez Intl (RIH), which is located 23 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to San Carlos is to pick up a car rental from Panama City, which is about 73 km from San Carlos. You’ll find branches of Fox and Ace, among others, in Panama City.

Airports near San Carlos

PACPanama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl
PTYPanama City Tocumen Intl
BLBPanama City Panamá Pacifico

Airlines serving San Carlos

Lufthansa
Good (8,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,576 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,213 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,567 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,207 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,535 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,552 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (237 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,459 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (637 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,220 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,300 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,544 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,524 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (561 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of San Carlos

Most booked hotels in San Carlos

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The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1205 reviews)
$232+
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Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, 404 reviews)
$87+
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Hotel Riu Playa Blanca
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2832 reviews)
$182+
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Gran Evenia Bijao
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3945 reviews)
$129+
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Grand Decameron Panama, A Trademark Resort
4 stars
Good (7.6, 4115 reviews)
$147+
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Playa Blanca Beach Resort
4 stars
Good (7.2, 2036 reviews)
$145+
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Renting a car in San Carlos

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in San Carlos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in San Carlos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.