Panama City Beach car rentals from C$ 73/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Panama City Beach
- Discover the best of Panama City at your pace and convenience with Panama City car rental service. Featuring 27 miles of pristine beach along the tranquil waters of the Golf of Mexico. Panama City is home to two wonderful state parks, Camp Helen State Park and St. Andrews State Park. With your Panama City beach car rental, you can reach destinations that you would otherwise not access via public transportation.
- Looking for the best time to visit Panama City? Well, the best time to cruise around Panama City in your rented car is between May and October While the city boasts of year-round sunshine, late Spring through Summer to early fall offers the warmest air and water for outdoor lovers. Besides, staying away from the city between March and April allows you to dodge a legion of college students who come to the city for their spring break. And if you are looking to save on accommodation, then the perfect time to visit the city would be between November to February. However, you will unlikely enjoy water activities during these months.
- Speeding within the city, just like everyone else is never a prudent idea. Always pay attention to the indicated speed limits while driving your rental car around. For city travel, be sure to keep your speed limit at 30mph (50km/h).Highway speed limits are usually 50mph (80km/h). Using your cell phone while driving is obviously a dangerous move. If found, you might pay a heavy fine for this.
- 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.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Panama City Beach for C$ 48 or less
- Book your rental car in Panama City Beach at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Panama City Beach are around 48% more expensive than airport locations 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.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Panama City Beach?
On average a rental car in Panama City Beach costs C$ 68 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Panama City Beach?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (C$ 73/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 102/day) and Budget (C$ 186/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 6300 West Bay Parkway 32409 (20 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in Panama City Beach?
The average gas price in Panama City Beach is C$ 4.87 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 78, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Panama City Beach?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Panama City Beach.
How can I find car rentals near me in Panama City Beach?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Panama City Beach?
An Intermediate car rental in Panama City Beach costs C$ 71 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Panama City Beach?
In Panama City Beach, cars are most frequently rented at Dollar 6300 West Bay Parkway (20 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Panama City Beach?
On average a rental car in Panama City Beach costs C$ 477 per week (C$ 68 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Panama City Beach?
On average a rental car in Panama City Beach costs C$ 2,046 per month (C$ 68 per day).
How do I find the best car rental service in Panama City?
With several car rental companies in Panama City, finding the perfect car to rent does not have to be a daunting task. All you need is have an idea of the type of car you are interested in rent, your budget and delegation size. If you are coming to Panama city for business, you probably want to rent an ordinary sedan or some low capacity car. However, if you are coming with family or friends, then it makes sense renting a van.
Is insurance mandatory when renting a car in Panama City?
You need a valid driver’s license and insurance cover to drive a motor vehicle in Panama City. So, basically, insurance is mandatory when renting a car in Panama City. However, be sure to find out if your cover will be sufficient, especially if you are renting a luxury car during your stay.
Panama City Beach car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Thrifty
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10.0
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10.0
One location in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
6300 West Bay Parkway
+1 877 283 0898
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2020
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Yes and YesDollar
8.3
Very good
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
8.2
One location in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
6300 West Bay Parkway
+1 866 434 2226
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
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They charged me for smoking in the car when I did not. Charge was $400. Very unhappy.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2021
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Returned a day earlier and no refund for that day.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2020
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They could not fulfill your booking.8.8 Very good
Alan, Feb 2020
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Easy access to counter. staff was very helpful.Cons:
Seats in the Buick Encore were uncomfortable. Adjustments were not adequate.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2021
Budget
6.2
Okay
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
731 North Highway 231
+1 850 769 2449
8027 Front Beach Road
+1 850 234 3551
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10.0 Wonderful
susan, Jan 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2021
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Staff are hard to reach, not very knowledgable, and not very professional. They like to argue and leave you feeling like they have no intention of helping you. They need to be re-trained, other rental companies have much better staff. By a long shot.Cons:
Your computer system is horrible for keeping track of reservation information. Your staff needs a huge attitude adjustment, they are rude! Your reservations are too inflexible to allow me to make necessary changes. Your reservations does not keep track of the request to drop off at a different location. Your phone system is inadequately staffed, and the staff in my pick up location never answers their phone. They do not like to work.2.0 Poor
Katie, Jul 2020
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The car we reserved was not available. We were told it would arrive the next day and it didn’t. This delayed our trip and ultimately forced us to make a reservation with a different company at a much higher cost.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Nancy, Nov 2021
Avis
5.6
Fair
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
5.7
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.5
2 locations in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
731 North Highway 231
+1 850 914 3090
8027 Front Beach Road
+1 850 235 6945
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Edna, Oct 2020
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Staff great...drop off easy.Cons:
I forgot to ask for a nonsmokers car .It was a great car.2.0 Poor
Peter, Sep 2020
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TerribleCons:
The office did not accept my interim license despite the website saying such licenses were accepted. I was stranded in a strange city with no where to go. In my hour of need, I was betrayed and staff were not helpful, if not rude. They take a reservation, but they do not hold a reservation. Seinfeld got it right. These rental companies will be shadows of their former selves because they do not understand something so simple as do not betray your customer. Do not lie to your customer. Do not strand your customer in a strange city with no options1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Alyssa, Jul 2021
6.0 Okay
sue, Jul 2021
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Car was clean, drop off was very quick.Cons:
Pick up was terrible. Waited in line for over an hour and with only one customer service rep. Easily took 10 minutes on average with each customer.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2.0
Poor
Read 18 reviewsCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
4 locations in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
1104 W 15th St
+1 850 872 9206
2024 W 23rd St
+1 850 747 1110
557 Richard Jackson Blvd
+1 850 234 5796
6300 West Bay Pkwy
+1 833 740 1725
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Courtney, Sep 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard SUV
6.0 Okay
Jimmy, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
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2 locations in Panama City Beach
Locations in Panama City Beach
2106 W 15th Street
+1 850 913 9112
9998 Hutchison Blvd
+1 850 235 0833
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. Car was really nice.Cons:
When I rented I could have sworn it said I was renting from the Panama City Airport but not so. We had to take a cab to the Hertz location somewhere in the middle of town. Airport Hertz said there was no way to change it. It was logistically challenging. Kayak or Hertz should do a better job of clarifying that the rental is not at the airport.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
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The sales rep came thru when airlines delays prevented pickup at the scheduled time.Car rental locations in or near Panama City Beach
Good to know
Most popular agency | Dollar |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | C$ 68/day |
Good deal | C$ 48/day |
When to book a rental car in Panama City Beach
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Panama City Beach
Car rental at airports serving Panama City Beach
Panama City Beach car rental information
| Pick-up location | Panama City Beach |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 6 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
| Popular agencies | Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget |