Car Rental at Tocumen International Airport
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Tocumen International Airport
Mini
Kia Picanto
or similar
$17.56
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Compact
Kia Rio
or similar
$19.88
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Economy
Kia Picanto
or similar
$21.03
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Standard
Hyundai Solaris (Accent)
or similar
$24.09
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Tocumen International Airport
Intermediate
Kia Rio
or similar
$24.76
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Full-size
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$30.17
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Premium
Toyota Corolla
or similar
$47.59
/ per day
Tocumen International Airport
Luxury
Kia Optima
or similar
$55.86
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 23:58 on 2024-04-17. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
Spanish, English
Currency
PAB
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+507
Average car rental price
$30 per day
Average car rental length
10 days
Speed limit within town
40 - 60 km/h or 25 - 37 mph
Speed limit out of town
100 km/h or 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Tocumen International Airport (PTY), is Panama’s primary international airport. Located 21 km (13 miles) from Panama City, it serves as a hub for Copa Airlines, the flag carrier of Panama.
PTY is the busiest airport in Central America and welcomes more than 16 million passengers every year. The airport offers direct, nonstop flights to a number of US cities as well as to locations across North America, the Caribbean, South America, Europe, and even Istanbul.
Top international routes
- Bogota
- Miami
- Cancun
- Havana
- Sao Paulo
Main airlines
More than 20 airlines serve Tocumen International Airport in Panama City. They include Copa, Avianca, LATAM, United, American, Delta, LASER, and Turkish Airlines.
Terminals
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) has two terminals, Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2). T1 is also known as the Main Terminal. It handles domestic flights and is located on the north side of the airport. T2 is also known as the South Terminal and handles international services. A 170-meter-long pedestrian corridor connects the two terminals.
Car rental desks are in Terminal 1, on level 100.
Car rental desks are in Terminal 1, on level 100.
Location
Tocumen International Airport is about 21 kilometers (13 miles) northeast of the city center. It takes 20-30 minutes to drive between the two, depending on traffic.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $19 per day
- Medium cars - from $18 per day
- Vans - from $69 per day
- Premium cars - from $31 per day
- Small cars - from $18 per day
- SUVs - from $28 per day
Services and facilities
Both of the terminals at Tocumen International Airport have lounges, as well as a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants. You’ll also find a number of ATMs, three currency exchange desks, an information desk, a pharmacy, and a medical center for passengers needing medical assistance. There are also hotels nearby, although none are airside.
Nearest gas station
There is a Puma gas station about 1.2 kilometers (0.7 miles) from the airport. This station is located on the corner of Domingo Diaz and Circunvalacion and is open daily from 08:00–20:00 (09:00–18:00 on Sundays). There are other gas stations between the airport and Panama City as well.
Popular one-way rentals
- Colon (84 km/52 miles)
Fact checked by
Linda from As We Saw It
This article was reviewed and updated by Linda, a seasoned traveler. She is the founder of As We Saw It, a travel blog full of itineraries, travel tips, and cultural experiences to enjoy all over the world. With over 50 countries under her belt, Linda has lived in Panama and has first-hand experience driving around the country.
Airport info
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
- IATA: PTY
- ICAO: MPTO
- Name: Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
- Distance from city: 13 miles / 21 km
Top 2 Locations near Tocumen International Airport
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28.1 km / 17.5 miles
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341.8 km / 212.4 miles
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest at Tocumen International Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Tocumen International Airport varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day at Tocumen International Airport
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Tocumen International Airport is November — when rental costs average $16.50 per day. This is 33% cheaper than the yearly average and 54% cheaper than renting a car in March (when prices average $35.62 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Tocumen International Airport?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 11 days, while in May, the average rental period is only 8 days.
Average number of rental days at Tocumen International Airport
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Tocumen International Airport?
Based on how many users search for a car in at Tocumen International Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car at Tocumen International Airport in February, while they are least likely to rent in in November.
Monthly searches at Tocumen International Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, SIXT, Ace Rent a car |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Medium cars, Small cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $18 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | MEX RENT A CAR |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar | Kia Rio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Dollar | Nissan Juke | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Avis | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 3 | Large cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Thrifty | Kia Carnival | 4 | 3 | Vans |
| Dollar | Hyundai Tucson | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Nissan Kicks | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Dollar | Hyundai i10 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Thrifty | Hyundai Grand i10 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| SIXT | Kia Picanto | 3 | 0 | Small cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
LB
Panama
Kia Picanto
January 27, 2024
Panama is amazing and easy to drive with a car! Use the app waze for the routing and police notificationa
MO
Netherlands
Kia Rio
December 18, 2023
The trip was fine, but we were in traffic jam in panama for 2 hours. And you have to stay focused and never keep your eyes from the pavement because there are big holes here and there
VV
Netherlands
Hyundai i10
December 2, 2023
Love Panama. Considering the natural areas, cost of living, food, gas prices, prices for activities, I prefer this much much much more over Costa Rica. People are a bit nicer, less pushy.
AE
United States of America (USA)
Hyundai Venue
May 19, 2023
Had a great time at the beach.
LG
United States of America (USA)
Kia Carnival
March 17, 2023
Nice family reunion and beach trip. Once we obtained the Kia carnival, we went to the beach. Nice resort.
Unfortunately, the day before returning the car, the car was hit on the side while parked on a park and we never knew who did it.
MD
Czech Republic
Hyundai i10
January 27, 2022
Over the course of two days, we visited places on the Caribbean coast, the Panama Canal and the Pacific coast.
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Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Dollar
8.1 / 10
Lowest rated company
Ace Rent a car
4.9 / 10
Total number of reviews
19
Total rental companies
16
Average daily price
$30.11
Lowest daily price
$17.56
Total cars available
210
Top 16 Suppliers at Tocumen International Airport in 2024
+5072795735 / +5072795736
Aeropuerto, Avenida Domingo Díaz, Panamá
$20 - $97
Working hours
Mon:06:00-22:00
Tue:06:00-22:00
Wed:06:00-22:00
Thu:06:00-22:00
Fri:06:00-22:00
Sat:06:00-22:00
Sun:06:00-22:00
Hertz
+5072600000
Aeropuerto Internacional De Tocumen
$25 - $104
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Flexways
+5491152599877
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
$26 - $52
Thrifty
+5072049555
Tocumen Int'l Airport
$23 - $90
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
National
+5072757222
Tocumen International Airport, Airport Counter-Terminal 1
$29 - $170
NUCarrentals
+50762827456
Hotel Riande Aeropuerto; Ave. Domingo Diaz
$31 - $59
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-16:00
Economy rent a car
+5072104205
Riande Airport Hotel Tocumen, Between Pan American Highway and Av. Domingo Diaz, 0819-09190, Panamá
$48 - $70
Budget
+5072384069
Aeropuerto Internacional, Avenida Domingo Díaz, Panamá
$41 - $64
Working hours
Mon:06:00-23:00
Tue:06:00-23:00
Wed:06:00-23:00
Thu:06:00-23:00
Fri:06:00-23:00
Sat:06:00-23:00
Sun:06:00-23:00
MEX RENT A CAR
+50762827456
Aeropuerto Internacional Tocumen, Panama City
$18 - $129
Working hours
Mon:07:00-19:00
Tue:07:00-19:00
Wed:07:00-19:00
Thu:07:00-19:00
Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:07:00-19:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Routes Car Rental
+50769831916 / +50762827456
Tocumen, Between Pan American Highway and Av. Domingo Diaz, 0819-09190, Panamá
$41 - $83
Working hours
Mon:06:00-20:00
Tue:06:00-20:00
Wed:06:00-20:00
Thu:06:00-20:00
Fri:06:00-20:00
Sat:06:00-20:00
Sun:07:00-19:00
+50778000080
Tocumen Airport Via Tocumen 1, Panama
$33 - $271
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:00
Tue:07:00-22:00
Wed:07:00-22:00
Thu:07:00-22:00
Fri:07:00-22:00
Sat:07:00-22:00
Sun:07:00-22:00
+5072365777
Tocumen International Airport, Airport Counter-Terminal 1
$27 - $131
Firefly
+50768151628
Av. Domingo Díaz, Panamá, Panama
Working hours
Mon:07:00-17:00
Tue:07:00-17:00
Wed:07:00-17:00
Thu:07:00-17:00
Fri:07:00-17:00
Sat:07:00-17:00
Sun:08:00-17:00
Avis
+5073150434
Tocumen Intl Apo
$21 - $87
Working hours
Mon:06:00-21:00
Tue:06:00-21:00
Wed:06:00-21:00
Thu:06:00-21:00
Fri:06:00-21:00
Sat:06:00-21:00
Sun:06:00-21:00
SIXT
+5073216350
Tocumen Airport Via Tocumen 1,Panamá
$24 - $41
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
+5072383200
Aeropuerto Internacional de Tocumen Panamá, Panamá, Panama
$35 - $147
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
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