KAYAK’s insights & trends for Panama City Beach car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Panama City Beach with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Panama City Beach?
You should book your rental car in Panama City Beach around 73 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Panama City Beach?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (₹ 37/day), Hertz (₹ 44/day) and Thrifty (₹ 53/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Dollar 6300 We Saint Bay Parkway (19.8 km from city centre).
What is the most popular rental car in Panama City Beach?
Hires in the SUV category (Class Compact SUV or similar) are the most popular option in Panama City Beach, costing ₹ 6,750/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₹ 5,742/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Panama City Beach?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Panama City Beach is January at an average cost of ₹ 4,195/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Panama City Beach when prices are ₹ 8,008/day on average, which tends to be 13,246% above the yearly average hire price for Panama City Beach.
Which car hire company in Panama City Beach has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 4 locations in Panama City Beach, more than any other car hire company.
Panama City Beach car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Panama City Beach by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
4x4
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Small cars
₹ 3,193 - ₹ 6,625
All Car Types
₹ 5,230 - ₹ 8,933
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire a van in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Panama City Beach?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Panama City Beach?
Small car hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 4,750 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₹ 3,193 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 35% cheaper than the average car hire in Panama City Beach, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 7,170 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₹ 3,749 per day, which is about 48% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 2% cheaper than the average car hire in Panama City Beach, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 8,496 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₹ 4,433 per day, which is about 48% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 15% more expensive than the average car hire in Panama City Beach but offer more comfort for longer trips.
SUV hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 7,522 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₹ 4,909 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average car hire in Panama City Beach but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 9,358 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₹ 6,101 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 23% more expensive than the average car hire in Panama City Beach but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 7,626 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average ₹ 4,385 per day, which is about 43% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 5% more expensive than the average car hire in Panama City Beach but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Panama City Beach typically costs around ₹ 10,471 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average ₹ 6,387 per day, which is about 40% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 31% more expensive than the average car hire in Panama City Beach but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Small
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Panama City Beach
Nestled along the Florida panhandle, Panama City Beach is a long, narrow strip that stretches over 13 miles along the Gulf of Mexico. Having a vehicle during your visit gives you greater access to key areas, autonomy, and reduced commuting time. While the city does operate the Bay Town Trolley, the trolley has either limited or no service on holidays and doesn’t operate on Sundays or late at night. Panama City Beach car rentals ensure that you’re not restricted by public transportation and that you have the flexibility to travel on your schedule.
If you’ve secured a car rental in Panama City Beach, you can collect it at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (PFN). At the airport, there are several rental car companies present, including Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, and Avis, to name a few. Desks for the rental companies can be found on the right and left of the terminal as you exit the building. The parking garage is directly outside across the West Bay Parkway.
When heeding navigation guidance in Panama City Beach from your rental car’s GPS, you’ll want to have a clear sense of the major expressways. Two primary roads run along the coast of Panama City Beach: Old State Route 30, which is also known as Front Beach Road, and US Highway 98, which is also known as the Panama City Beach Parkway and sometimes referred to as State Road 30-A. Both Front Beach Road and the Panama City Beach Parkway run east and west across the island area and both connect Panama City Beach with Panama City. Take care to yield to pedestrians along the Front Beach Road, as it’s an active crossing for beachgoers.
Since car rentals in Panama City Beach are a great way to access various parts of the beach-side town, rentals tend to be a popular option. There are only two major roadways and the streets can become quite congested, particularly around rush hours, between 6:30 am and 8:30 am, and 4 pm and 6pm. During peak vacation times, like holidays and Spring Break, if you’re visiting spots in Panama City Beach, you may want to aim to get to your destination earlier in the day, before the traffic gets too heavy and parking spots fill up. During off-peak seasons, like mid-autumn, you’ll find less crowding.
Medium rental cars in Panama City Beach are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Panama City Beach
What type of car is recommended for driving in Panama City Beach?
Since Panama City Beach is tailor-designed for outdoor adventure and sun, you may find that SUVs are suitable for your trip, since they tend to offer additional cargo space and legroom. However, if a convertible is an available option, you may want to rent one to soak up some more sun along with your drives.
What’s the speed limit in Panama City Beach?
Across the United States, drivers can expect residential areas to have speed limits anywhere around 25mph to 35mph, and the same is true in Panama City Beach. You can expect Front Beach Road to have an average speed limit of about 40mph and, because Panama City Beach Parkway is a highway, you can expect the speed limit to be between about 55mph and 65mph.
Where are the best places to park in Panama City Beach?
There are several parking lots along Front Beach Road that provide direct access to the beaches. The variant lots offer various levels of accommodations—on the far east of Panama City Beach, you’ll find smaller lots that have free parking, but no restrooms. For more amenities, try close to Shalimar Beach, where you’ll find larger parking lots with well-maintained restrooms, or by public beach access #64, where you’ll find wooden steps and walkways available to improve accessibility. These spots are also free.
Which hire car agencies will pick you up at NW Florida Beaches airport (ECP)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from NW Florida Beaches airport to off-airport locations is Dollar.
How can I find car hires near me in Panama City Beach?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Small car rental cost in Panama City Beach?
A Small car hire in Panama City Beach costs ₹ 6,938 per day, on average.
How much does a Medium car rental cost in Panama City Beach?
A Medium car hire in Panama City Beach costs ₹ 7,539 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Panama City Beach?
A Special car hire in Panama City Beach costs ₹ 5,838 per day, on average.
Panama City Beach car rental reviews and directory
The Budget location employees went over and above to make the car rental experience a good one. We added a second driver with no problem and dropping the car off was expeditious. I received an email receipt immediately after bringing the car back. All and all a very positive experience.
I had made a last-minute rental reservation the evening before I needed a car. The next morning, I was in an Uber 5 minutes away from the Enterprise when I got a call from the staff saying they actually don't have any cars available. The staff did everything they could for us - gave us advice and tried calling another nearby location to see if they had cars - so this is not on them at all. The system simply shows there are cars available when there aren't, and that should be rectified immediately. Thankfully we were able to find a Hertz that had literally one single car left, because the entirety of Panama City was sold out of cars and we would have been stranded, unable to get home.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard SUV
I like how enterprise location at the airport was still able to accommodate me even though I had picked a location near the airport.
6.0 Okay
Jimmy, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
The staff was very friendly and prompt but the car was very dated, smelled and pulled right when driving.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
Checking and checking out was a breeze! I would use Enterprise again.
Hertz operates different businesses under the same name. I accidentally made the reservation at a hertz location not at the airport. At the airport counter the hertz rep could find my reservation but said it was with a different hertz organization and he couldn’t transfer it or help to rent me a minivan. It was 8:30 at night, and the other store was closed. I have my family of 7 (5kids) at an airport with no transportation. I will never rent from hertz again. Period.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
Always great with Star!! She takes such great care of us
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2022
Having to pay a one way fee when the company has offices in both locations
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
Customer service was outstanding! They made renting a car enjoyable. Great price, great car, great service. I was very happy with the experience.
1 out of 5
19 travellers who rented a car in Panama City Beach gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.7
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