How much does a taxi cost in Panama City?

The taxi fare in Panama City depends on various factors. These include the distance to be traveled, the journey duration, the taxi rate Panama City valid in Panama City, and possibly the time of day. Based on these components, the taxi fare can be calculated. So that you do not have to do this manually, we offer you the option of calculating it for you free of charge. Simply enter the start and destination addresses of your desired taxi ride into the form above. We will take care of the rest and calculate an estimated price for your desired taxi ride in Panama City within a few seconds.

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Panama City?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Panama City, we use the current Panama City taxi rate. This rate was last set on 1 janvier 2025. The Panama City taxi rate consists of a base fare, various per-kilometer charges, and a time-dependent component for standing and waiting time. Based on the entered start and destination addresses, we first determine the shortest taxi route between these two points. We then use the resulting distance and estimated travel time to calculate an estimated price for your upcoming taxi ride in Panama City using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Panama City. We automatically find the correct rate.

Who sets the Panama City taxi rate?

In Panama, cab fares are regulated by the authorities in many cities, including Panama City, and follow a set fare structure. However, taximeters are not widely used, so fares are often determined by fare zones or by negotiation with the driver. Official cabs should have a concession and passengers are advised to ask or negotiate the fare before setting off to avoid misunderstandings. In some cases, there are also fixed prices for certain routes, such as trips from the airport to the city center.

What is the taxi rate in Panama City?

The base fare is $2.50, the per-kilometer fare is $1.81. Standing and waiting time is charged at $22.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

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1. Distance Table with Taxi Fares

Here is a simple price-distance table for rides using the Panama City taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Panama City costs about $20.60
15 kilometers by taxi in Panama City costs about $29.65
20 kilometers by taxi in Panama City costs about $38.70
50 kilometers by taxi in Panama City costs about $93.00

Estimated Fare

1 km

$4.31

2 km

$6.12

3 km

$7.93

4 km

$9.74

5 km

$11.55

6 km

$13.36

7 km

$15.17

8 km

$16.98

9 km

$18.79

10 km

$20.60

Estimated Fare

11 km

$22.41

12 km

$24.22

13 km

$26.03

14 km

$27.84

15 km

$29.65

16 km

$31.46

17 km

$33.27

18 km

$35.08

19 km

$36.89

20 km

$38.70

Estimated Fare

21 km

$40.51

22 km

$42.32

23 km

$44.13

24 km

$45.94

25 km

$47.75

26 km

$49.56

27 km

$51.37

28 km

$53.18

29 km

$54.99

30 km

$56.80

Estimated Fare

35 km

$65.85

40 km

$74.90

45 km

$83.95

50 km

$93.00

60 km

$111

70 km

$129

80 km

$147

90 km

$165

100 km

$184

150 km

$274

Other distance:

Please note that these estimated prices only take into account the base fare and the respective distance under the Panama City taxi rate. Traffic-related standing or waiting time is not included here. If you would like route-based estimated prices for rides using this or other taxi rates, it is best to use our individual fare calculation via the form at the top of this page.