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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Rawalpindi travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rawalpindi

With a population of 1,74 million, Rawalpindi is a must-see destination in Punjab, Pakistan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rawalpindi has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Rawalpindi

Baltistan Jeep Safari Tour
Tours•Jeep Tour

When to visit Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi in March
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rawalpindi in March
Estimated hotel price
$51
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rawalpindi in June, when the average temperature is 89.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 104 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 9.1″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Rawalpindi, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Rawalpindi

Plane

When flying to Rawalpindi, you’ll arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Rawalpindi from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 40m.

Plane

When flying to Rawalpindi, you’ll arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Rawalpindi from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 40m.

Airports near Rawalpindi

SDTSaidu Sharif
PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (7,557 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,075 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,039 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,326 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,396 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (645 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (388 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,096 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (363 reviews)
Air China
Good (127 reviews)
China Southern
Good (120 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (223 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (322 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
flydubai
Good (145 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rawalpindi

Average rates range from around $25 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $37 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rawalpindi

Most booked hotels in Rawalpindi

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Islamabad Serena Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1029 reviews)
$169+
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Movenpick Centaurus Islamabad
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 113 reviews)
$146+
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Islamabad Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 746 reviews)
$153+
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Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi
5 stars
Good (7.7, 986 reviews)
$113+
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New Islamabad Hotel
5 stars
Good (6.7, 75 reviews)
$19+
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Hotel De Grand
3 stars
Okay (5.9, 163 reviews)
$8+
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Renting a car in Rawalpindi

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $35 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Rawalpindi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rawalpindi, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $35 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Rawalpindi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rawalpindi, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.