Car Rental in David

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  • 10rental companies
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  • from $7 per day
  • 8.1 top rated · Automarket Rent A Car

A rental car here costs $51 a day on average, about $357 for a week. The most popular car class is Mini, at about $24 a day. Avis is the cheapest for a small car, about $7 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • In the terminal: 6 · Free shuttle bus: 1
  • Free cancellation: 10 of 10
  • Automarket Rent A Car
  • Budget
  • Alamo
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • +4

Where to pick up in David

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
David City · 3 km City office 10 $7 13 min
David Enrique Malek Intl. Airport · 4 km Airport 10 $7 14 min

Car rental prices in David by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Kia Picanto 8 $7 $18
Economy Hyundai Grand i10, Hyundai Creta, Kia Rio 10 $13 $25
Compact Hyundai Accent, Kia Soluto, Kia Rio 10 $8 $24
Intermediate Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio Sedan 6 $10 $33
Standard Kia Optima, Hyundai Accent 5 $23 $31
Full size Hyundai Elantra 2 $39
SUV Hyundai Tucson, Toyota Rav4, Toyota Fortuner 10 $23 $49
Minivan Kia Carnival, Toyota Hiace, Hyundai Staria 1 $71
7-seat minivan Kia Carnival, Hyundai Santa Fe, Nissan Urvan 4 $39
9-seat van Hyundai H1 2 $67
Luxury Toyota Fortuner 1 $75
Cargo van Toyota Hilux 2 $49

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Kia Picanto rental car in David Avis

Kia Picanto

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $7/day
Hyundai Accent rental car in David Avis

Hyundai Accent

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $8/day
Hyundai Grand i10 rental car in David National

Hyundai Grand i10

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $13/day
Kia Rio rental car in David Automarket Rent A Car

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $13/day
Nissan Versa rental car in David Automarket Rent A Car

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $15/day
Kia Soluto rental car in David National

Kia Soluto

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $16/day
Suzuki Jimny rental car in David Sixt

Suzuki Jimny

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $18/day
Toyota Corolla rental car in David Hertz

Toyota Corolla

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $20/day

Car rental companies in David

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Automarket Rent A Car

In the terminal 11 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 50+ reviews
from $46/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.6 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 8.1 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $3 534

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Automarket Rent A Car in David City
David- Enrique Malek Airport, David, Panamá
507-2795740

Budget

16 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.9
Few reviews 25+ reviews
from $23/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Deductible from $1 983

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget in David City
Miguel a Brenes Ave San Mateo, David, 0819-3401
507-775-5597

Alamo

In the terminal 13 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.0
Few reviews 10+ reviews
from $27/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 8.1 Service at the rental desk 8.3 Pick-up process 8.1 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 074

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Alamo in David City
Aeropuerto Enrique Malek, Ciudad de David, Provincia de Chiriqui, 721-0101
2365777

Hertz

CDW included Credit card only
7.0
Few reviews 5+ reviews
from $16/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.5 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 7.0 Pick-up process 6.2 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Deductible from $1 983

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz in David City
David City Airport, David City, 00
(507)721-3345

Thrifty

In the terminal CDW included Credit card only
from $16/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $4 958

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty in David City
In Terminal, Enrique Malek Intl Airport, David, Chiriqui
(507) 721-2477

Avis

In the terminal Credit card only
from $7/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis in David City
Chiriqui, David
507-721-0844

Sixt

In the terminal CDW included Credit card only
from $25/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 983

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Sixt in David City
Mayor Patricio Janson 001, David, 0831-02510
+(507)269-7498

National

In the terminal CDW included Credit card only
from $54/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 983

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Wi-Fi · Child seat

Office

National in David City
Enrique Malek Airport
+507275-7222

Firefly

Free shuttle bus CDW included Credit card only
from $15/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 074

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Firefly in David City
Calle F Sur, David City, Panama, David, Chiriqui
(507) 6815 1628

Europcar

CDW included Credit card only
from $31/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 0.0 Cleanliness 0.0 Service at the rental desk 0.0 Pick-up process 0.0 Drop-off process 0.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 487

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar in David City
David Chiriqui Enrique Malek Apt, David, 00801
507 507 62041736

Rental conditions in David

Based on 10 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Debit card Not accepted by any of the 10 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 10 of 10 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 10 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (7 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 88%, manual 12%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 10 suppliers.
Insurance included Collision damage waiver (CDW) (9 suppliers), Theft protection (TP) (9 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (8 suppliers). Deductible: $1 487–$4 958.
Included in the price Taxes, Airport fee, Breakdown assistance
One-way rental Allowed by 1 supplier. One-way fee seen: $188.
Extras Child seat (10 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Wi-Fi (8 suppliers), Booster seat (7 suppliers), GPS (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (1 supplier)

Car rental in David: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 11 min at Automarket Rent A Car to 16 min at Budget.

88% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 10 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in David: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in David?

Car rental in David starts from $7 per day, and the average price is $51 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $153 for a 3-day weekend and $357 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in David?

These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in David over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Mini: $24 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in David?

These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in David over the last 12 months:
  • Sixt, average price $74 per day
  • Automarket Rent A Car, average price $68 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in David?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in David are:
  • Automarket Rent A Car: rated 8.1/10 by 50+ customers, average price $68 per day
  • Budget: rated 8.9/10 by 25+ customers
  • Alamo: rated 8.0/10 by 10+ customers, average price $55 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in David?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in David are:
  • Avis: about $7 per day
  • National: about $16 per day
  • Firefly: about $18 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in David?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Budget, Automarket Rent A Car and Alamo
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Firefly
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in David and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in David?

The lowest minimum age among rental companies in David is 22, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in David:
  • Alamo: minimum age 22, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Sixt: minimum age 25, young driver fee up to age 25

Can I rent a car in David with a debit card?

Rental companies in David typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in David offer unlimited mileage?

10 rental companies in David include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Budget, Automarket Rent A Car and Alamo. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in David?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in David are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Automarket Rent A Car, Alamo, Hertz, Thrifty, Sixt, National, Firefly and Europcar.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

What extras can I add to a car rental in David?

You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in David Hertz includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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