Car Rental at Tocumen Airport, Panama from $5/day

Kia Rio

or similar SMALL

$5/day

Class Intermediate Car

or similar MEDIUM

$5/day

Hyundai H-1

or similar VAN

$42/day

Class Full-size SUV

or similar SUV

$33/day

Kia Picanto

or similar SMALL

$5/day

Kia Optima

or similar LUXURY

$15/day

Toyota Fortuner

or similar SUV

$32/day

Hyundai Venue

or similar SUV

$6/day

Suzuki Grand Vitara

or similar SUV

$10/day

Hyundai Tucson

or similar SUV

$11/day

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

or similar SUV

$32/day

Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

One of the best things about car rental at Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) are the number of transportation options that are available to get you from the airport to the center of the city. The problem with some of these options is that if you are traveling with a large group that has a lot of luggage it can be somewhat onerous to try to travel by these means of transportation. On top of that, if you're planning a longer visit to this area constantly paying for transportation to get you from place to place can start to add up quickly. That is what makes renting a car here such a convenient and affordable option.
A nice feature of flying to this airport is that there are no less than about 10 rental car companies that have an operation here offering car rental at Panama City Tocumen International Airport. There are some local companies as well as all the major rental car brands most travelers would be familiar with. All the rental car companies have customer service counters within the terminal buildings in the arrival hall near the baggage claim area. All the cars for rent can sit in the parking lots that are adjacent to the terminal building.
When you are ready to return your car rental at Panama City Tocumen International Airport the process is quite simple. As you approach the airport on Avenida Domingo Diaz you should keep an eye out for the ample signage directing to the rental car area. Once there, park in an appropriate location for your rental car company, lock your car, and then drop your contract and your keys in the dropbox for a contactless drop-off option. If you do need to speak to somebody about your rental, the staff is generally available from early in the morning until well into the evening to assist you.
Because this is such a popular tourist destination, you'll often find that Panama City Tocumen International Airport car rental can be difficult during the weekend and holiday periods when people are doing a lot of traveling. This will especially be true on Friday afternoons when a lot of people may be arriving for weekends.
25% of our users found rental cars at Tocumen Airport, Panama for $15 or less
Book your rental car at Tocumen Airport, Panama at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

What is a good choice for a type of car to rent while I'm here?
Because you can expect consistently warm weather in this area and because there's so much to see you do while you're here, renting a convertible is a great option to soak in all this amazing part of the world has to offer. If you've brought the entire family with you for a vacation, a better choice would be a minivan or an SUV to get all of them and all of your stuff around in style and comfort.
What type of documentation is required to rent a car at this airport?
When you rent a car at this airport you need to provide the rental car company with a valid driver's license from your country of origin. When you use this method for a rental you can rent the car for up to 90 days without any additional requirements. If you plan on renting a car for more than 90 days, you will need to obtain a national license. If the license in question is not in English or Spanish, you also need to present an International Driving Permit for your rental.
What kind of amenities will I find in the rental car area at this airport?
One of the great things about having all the rental car customer service counters inside of the terminal building of the airport is that travelers will find all the amenities they would expect to find at any major airport. As such, at this airport travelers should expect to find plenty of restroom facilities, ATMs, currency exchange services, electronic charging stations, restaurants and cafés, retail stores, duty-free shops, as well as pharmacy and luggage storage services.
How much does it cost to rent a car at Tocumen Airport, Panama?
On average a rental car at Tocumen Airport, Panama costs $21 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company at Tocumen Airport, Panama?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($5/day), Dollar ($5/day) and Thrifty ($5/day).
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Tocumen Airport, Panama?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Tocumen Airport, Panama to off-airport locations include Budget, Avis, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Alamo, Ace, Economy Rent a Car, Sixt, and National.

Budget

8.1

Very good

Read 7 reviews

Best rated

Most popular

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.6

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$10/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Tocumen Int'l Aeropuerto

+507 238 4069

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:00
Thursday	06:00 - 23:00
Friday	06:00 - 23:00
Saturday	06:00 - 23:00
Sunday	06:00 - 23:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

Very good

10.0 Wonderful

JAIRO, Sep 2023

Economy

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

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Passenger van

The worse. They didn’t have my car because they gave it to one’s before I got there. I had to wait 45 minutes for a car to get picked up from another location.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Mini

Everything was fantastic!

8.0 Very good

Avi, Apr 2023

Intermediate SUV

Overall ok . Would use again

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Economy

Good sevice and car

Dollar

7.0

Good

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.3

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$6/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Panama City Intl Ap

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:00
Thursday	06:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Andries, Nov 2020

Cons:

Navigation options

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

The experience with Dollar PTY was pleasant and without problems. The staff was efficient and helpful. The car was a basic model, but very clean and low kilometers. Overall a good experience for the price.

6.0 Okay

Maria, Jun 2022

Demasiado caro el costo del seguro por un carro pequeño.

2.0 Poor

Roger, Jan 2022

Worst rental experience of my life!

National

6.4

Okay

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

5.9

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$15/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Tocumen International Airport

+507 275 7222

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
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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).

2.0 Poor

Junior, Jan 2022

worst service ever

Avis

5.7

Fair

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.0

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$8/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Tocumen Intl Apo

+507 238 4056

Monday	06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday	06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday	06:00 - 23:00
Thursday	06:00 - 23:00
Friday	06:00 - 23:00
Saturday	06:00 - 23:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Premium

They did not have the make and Model I reserved; in fact, they had NO cars.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Intermediate SUV

Staff not really friendly, unmentioned and unexpected cost for liability had to be paid at the counter

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Intermediate SUV

Great 👍🏾

10.0 Wonderful

Afraz, Aug 2023

Compact

Everything was fine.

Thrifty

5.0

Fair

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

5.8

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.2

Value for money

5.0

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$12/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Tocumen Intl Apt, Panama

+507 238 4955

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Brad, Jan 2020

Pros:

Easy drop-off

Cons:

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 gimmick

4.4 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2019

Pros:

Not frendly Was Trying to bill me a lot more

Cons:

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

Javier, Mar 2022

The vehicle that I had reserved and paid for which was more expensive was not available when I arrived. Then I was given a much smaller vehicle and told to exchange the vehicle for the right one at a different location. I went to the other location and they also didn’t have any wasting my entire day waiting and waiting. This was the must awful, unprofessional and unorganized experience I ever had with any rental company ever. They had no empathy, nor compensated me for literally my entire day wasted while I was on vacation. Panama Thrifty by NO Means operates in the same standards as other countries.

2.0 Poor

Adriana, Jan 2022

Ellos no tenían carros para cubrir la reserva y debí rentar en otro sitio. Quiero la devolución de mi dinero

Ace

4.6

Mediocre

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

4.6

One location in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

from$7/day

Locations in Panama City Tocumen Intl Airport

Via Tocumen

+507 238 3200

Monday	00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday	00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday	00:00 - 23:59
Thursday	00:00 - 23:59
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