Car Rental Delivery in Panama
When it comes to traveling in Panama, it can be hard to find much information online. Although it’s a well-known destination among Central American travelers, Panama lacks the extensive online resources that destinations like Costa Rica have. However, we’re doing our best to share what we’ve learned with others. On our Resources page, you’ll find a variety of more articles detailing different aspects of renting a car in Panama. You may have some questions about the basics of car rentals in Panama, or other specific inquiries. In this article, we’ll tell you a bit about car rental delivery in Panama.
Booking Your Car Rental in Advance
This may not come as a surprise to you, but if you’re interested in getting car rental delivery in Panama, you’ll need to book ahead. Most companies will prefer that you plan for this as part of the initial car rental process rather than receiving a last-minute call from you once you arrive. It also makes your travel experience much more relaxing to have a car ready for you rather than standing in long lines or waiting for delivery. Another benefit of this is that you can select your preferred pick-up and drop-off locations and arrange everything from the calm of your home or work instead of being overheated, flustered, and tired in a rental office.
Booking Through an International Agency
If you fly into Panama City (Tocumen International Airport) or David (David Enrique-Malek International Airport), there are many options. Usually, you’ll find multinational companies such as Avis, Budget, and Sixt, some of which may offer car rental delivery in Panama. With these agencies, you have the option to book ahead as well as booking upon arrival. If you choose to go this route, just be aware that they may try to slap on any extra fees they can. That being said, you will usually find a large selection of available rentals to choose from.
Usually, they don’t offer much in the way of car rental delivery in Panama. However, oftentimes, it’s an option to return the car to another location of the same company if you choose. Since most of them are located on-site at the airport, travelers often choose to go this route, many with mixed results. While some reviews are positive, others highlight poor service and high prices, making it overwhelming to know who to choose.
Booking Through a Smaller, Service-Oriented Company
When considering car rental delivery in Panama, the other option here (and we think it’s better) is to book through a smaller car rental company. If you can choose a family-owned rental company, they are often able to offer a car rental delivery in Panama, a solution perfect for your needs. Options like delivery and flexible pick-up and drop-off times are valuable benefits of these companies. Often, they meet you at the airport with the vehicle, and all in all, it’s a much more personalized service.