Firefly
Hyundai Grand i10
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $20/day
Car Rental in Tocumen
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 11rental companies
- from $17 per day
A rental car here costs $55 a day on average, about $389 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $61 a day. Firefly is the cheapest for a small car, about $20 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
- In the terminal: 7 · Free shuttle bus: 3
- Free cancellation: 11 of 11
- Budget
- Alamo
- Hertz
- Avis
- Sixt
- National
- +5
Where to pick up in Tocumen
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport · 1 km | Airport | 11 | $10 | 22 min |
Nearby, 17–49 km
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panama City San Francisco · 17 km | City office | 5 | $8 | 17 min |
| Panama City Trump Ocean Club Hotel And Casino · 18 km | City office | 1 | $5 | 16 min |
| Panama City Villa De Las Fuentes · 18 km | City office | 8 | $8 | 15 min |
| Panama City Obarrio · 19 km | City office | 8 | $10 | 15 min |
| Panama City El Cangrejo · 19 km | City office | 9 | $8 | 18 min |
| Panama City Centre · 19 km | City office | 9 | $9 | 10 min |
| Panama City Hotel La Cresta Inn · 20 km | City office | 6 | $9 | 18 min |
| Albrook Panama City · 21 km | City office | 9 | $7 | 18 min |
| Panama City Marcos A. Gelabert Intl. Airport · 23 km | Airport | 6 | $8 | 15 min |
| Panama Pacifico Airport · 29 km | Airport | 1 | $39 | — |
Show all 11
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorrera City · 49 km | City office | 2 | $23 | 17 min |
Car rental prices in Tocumen by car type
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | From / day | Typical / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | Kia Picanto, Hyundai Grand i10, Hyundai i10 | 9 | $22 | $29 |
| Economy | Hyundai Grand i10, Hyundai Creta, Kia Rio | 11 | $20 | $29 |
| Compact | Hyundai Accent, Kia Soluto, Hyundai Grand i10 | 9 | $24 | $28 |
| Intermediate | Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Tucson | 9 | $26 | $49 |
| Standard | Kia Optima, Hyundai Accent | 4 | $29 | |
| Full size | Hyundai Elantra, Nissan NP300, Nissan NP300 Frontier | 4 | $33 | |
| Large SUV | Hyundai Creta Grand, Mitsubishi Montero Sport 4WD | 2 | $17 | |
| SUV | Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Venue, Toyota Fortuner | 11 | $32 | $59 |
| Minivan | Hyundai Staria, Kia Carnival, Toyota Hiace | 4 | $89 | |
| 7-seat minivan | Kia Carnival, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mitsubishi Montero | 4 | $44 | |
| 9-seat van | Hyundai H1 | 1 | $86 | |
| 15-passenger van | Nissan Urvan | 1 | $163 | |
| Cargo van | Toyota Hilux | 1 | $51 |
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
Firefly
Sixt
Hyundai i10
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $22/day
Sixt
Kia Picanto
or similar
- 4 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $22/day
Budget
Hyundai Accent
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $24/day
Hertz
Kia Rio
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $24/day
Avis
Hyundai Eon
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $26/day
Hertz
Toyota Corolla
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $26/day
Avis
Hyundai Grand i10
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $27/day
Sixt
Kia Rio
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $29/day
Budget
Toyota Yaris
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $29/day
Europcar
Kia Soluto
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $31/day
Sixt
Suzuki Jimny
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Europcar
Hyundai Creta
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $38/day
Europcar
Kia Rio Sedan
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $26/day
Avis
Hyundai Elantra
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $29/day
Europcar
Hyundai Accent
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $29/day
Hertz
Kia Optima
or similar
- 4 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $30/day
Europcar
Hyundai Elantra
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Hertz
Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $43/day
Alamo
Hyundai Accent
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $50/day
Green Motion
Hyundai Tucson
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $50/day
National
Toyota Corolla
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $51/day
Green Motion
Toyota Hilux 4WD
or similar
- 5 seats
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $74/day
U-Save
Nissan NP300 Frontier
or similar
- 5 seats
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $74/day
Green Motion
Nissan NP300 Frontier 4WD
or similar
- 5 seats
- Air conditioning
from $83/day
U-Save
Nissan NP300
or similar
- 5 seats
- Air conditioning
from $83/day
U-Save
Toyota Hilux
or similar
- 5 seats
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $86/day
Green Motion
Hyundai Creta Grand
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $17/day
Avis
Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $32/day
Hertz
Hyundai Venue
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Firefly
Hyundai Tucson
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Avis
Toyota Fortuner
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Hertz
Hyundai Creta
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Hertz
Suzuki Jimny
or similar
- 4 seats
- 1 bag
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Budget
Suzuki Grand Vitara
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $40/day
Avis
Nissan Urvan
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $44/day
Hertz
Kia Carnival
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $58/day
Sixt
Hyundai H1
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $86/day
Green Motion
Hyundai Staria
or similar
- 11 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $89/day
National
Toyota Hiace
or similar
- 15 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $111/day
U-Save
Mitsubishi Montero
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $131/day
Alamo
Nissan Urvan
or similar
- 15 seats
- 4 bags
from $163/day
Europcar
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $238/day
Hertz
Toyota Hilux
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Air conditioning
from $51/day
Car rental companies in Tocumen
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
Budget
In the terminal
Daily 06:00–23:00
30 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.9
Few reviews
10+ reviews
from $24/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.5
Cleanliness
9.2
Service at the rental desk
8.8
Pick-up process
8.8
Drop-off process
9.3
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Deductible from $1 772
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 at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Tocumen Int'l Aeropuerto Inside Terminal, Panama City
507-238-4069
Alamo
In the terminal
Open 24 hours
13 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.0
Few reviews
10+ reviews
from $47/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 $1 887
Policies
- Full to full
- 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 at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Tocumen International Airport, Terminal 1, Linea 1, PB, Panama City, 111
2365777
Hertz
In the terminal
Open 24 hours
CDW included
Credit card only
7.0
Few reviews
5+ reviews
from $24/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 $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Hertz at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Arrivals Hall, Tocumen Intenational Airport, Avenida Domingo Diaz, Panama, Panama City
(507)301-2696
Avis
In the terminal
Daily 06:00–21:00
CDW included
Credit card only
from $26/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)
- Deductible from $2 000
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 at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Ave Domingo Diaz, Panama
507-238-4056
Sixt
In the terminal
Daily 07:00–23:00
CDW included
Credit card only
from $22/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 $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
Infant seat · Child seat
Office
Sixt at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Via Tocumen 1, Panama, 0831-02510
+(507)269-7498
National
In the terminal
Open 24 hours
CDW included
Credit card only
from $51/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 $1 884
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
Wi-Fi · Child seat
Office
National at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Arrival section @ airport
+507275-7222
Mex
Free shuttle bus
Mon–Sat 07:00–18:59 · Sun 24h
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
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Office
Mex at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Tocumen International Airport, Global Business Terminal Building 1, Tocumen, Panama, PA, 00000
50762827456
Firefly
In the terminal
Open 24 hours
CDW included
Credit card only
from $19/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 $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Firefly at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Av. Domingo Díaz, Panamá
(507) 6815 1628
Europcar
CDW included
Credit card only
from $26/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 $1 420
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 at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Av Domingo Diaz Frente Al Apto, San Pancracio Lote 9 10, Tocumen, 801
507 507 62041753
Green Motion
Free shuttle bus
Daily 08:00–16:59
CDW included
Credit card only
from $10/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 $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Special discount
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
Infant seat · Child seat
Office
Green Motion at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Crown Plaza Hotel. Avenida Domingo Díaz, Puesta del Este, Tocumen
+507 6855-0827
U-Save
Free shuttle bus
Daily 08:00–16:59
CDW included
Credit card only
from $30/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)
- Deductible from $1 893
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Special discount
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
Infant seat · Child seat
Office
U-Save at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Airport
Crown Plaza Hotel. Avenida Domingo Díaz, Puesta del Este, Tucomen Panama
+507 310-5566
Rental conditions in Tocumen
Based on 11 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 18. Drivers under 26 pay $5–$28 a day extra (Avis, Mex and U-Save). |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Not accepted by any of the 11 suppliers. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 11 of 11 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at all 11 suppliers. |
| Fuel policy | Full to full (9 suppliers) |
| Transmission | Automatic 81%, manual 19%. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 11 suppliers. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (11 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (11 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (9 suppliers). Deductible: $1 420–$2 000. |
| Included in the price | Taxes, Breakdown assistance, Airport fee |
| One-way rental | Allowed by 5 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $177–$250. |
| Free additional driver | Hertz |
| Extras | Child seat (10 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Wi-Fi (6 suppliers), Booster seat (5 suppliers), GPS (2 suppliers) |
| Special offers | Pre-registration available (3 suppliers), Special discount (2 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier) |
Cities near Tocumen
- Panama City 18 km
- Arraiján 33 km
- La Chorrera 49 km
Car rental in Tocumen: what to expect
Open 24 hours: Alamo, Hertz, National and Firefly. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 13 min at Alamo to 30 min at Budget.
81% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 11 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 18, and drivers under 26 pay from $5 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.
People who search here most often live in Panama, France and Spain. A typical rental lasts 6 days.
Car rental in Tocumen: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car in Tocumen?
Car rental in Tocumen starts from $17 per day, and the average price is $55 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $167 for a 3-day weekend and $389 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 Tocumen?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tocumen over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
- SUV: $61 per day
- Van: $108 per day
- Economy: $36 per day
- Intermediate: $42 per day
- Mini: $31 per day
- Standard: $42 per day
Which car rental companies are the most popular in Tocumen?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Tocumen over the last 12 months:
- U-Save, average price $63 per day
- Alamo, average price $86 per day
- Sixt, average price $45 per day
Which car rental company has the best reviews in Tocumen?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Tocumen are:
- Budget: rated 8.9/10 by 10+ customers
- Alamo: rated 8.0/10 by 10+ customers, average price $86 per day
- Hertz: rated 7.0/10 by 5+ customers, average price $41 per day
Which is the cheapest car rental company in Tocumen?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Tocumen are:
- Firefly: about $20 per day
- Green Motion: about $21 per day
- Hertz: about $24 per day
Where do I pick up my rental car in Tocumen?
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, Alamo and Hertz
- Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Mex, Green Motion and U-Save
Can I pick up a car in Tocumen 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. In Tocumen, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo, Hertz and Sixt. 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 Tocumen?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Tocumen is 21, 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 Tocumen:
- Budget: minimum age 22, young driver fee up to age 21
- Alamo: minimum age 22, young driver fee up to age 24
- Hertz: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
Can I rent a car in Tocumen with a debit card?
Rental companies in Tocumen 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 Tocumen offer unlimited mileage?
11 rental companies in Tocumen include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Budget, Alamo and Hertz. 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 Tocumen?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Tocumen 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 Alamo, Hertz, Sixt, National, Mex, Firefly, Europcar, Green Motion and U-Save.
- 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 Tocumen?
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 Tocumen 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.
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