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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
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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 14 miles 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 14 miles 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

PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl
MFGMuzaffarabad

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (7,496 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,410 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (889 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,080 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (381 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (640 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (361 reviews)
Air China
Good (122 reviews)
China Southern
Good (119 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (217 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (316 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (672 reviews)
flydubai
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Where to stay in Rawalpindi

Average rates range from around $24 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $38 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rawalpindi

Most booked hotels in Rawalpindi

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Movenpick Centaurus Islamabad
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 94 reviews)
$137+
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Islamabad Serena Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1018 reviews)
$166+
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Islamabad Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 740 reviews)
$159+
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Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi
5 stars
Good (7.6, 967 reviews)
$101+
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New Islamabad Hotel
5 stars
Good (6.7, 73 reviews)
$19+
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Hotel De Grand
3 stars
Good (6, 162 reviews)
$8+
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Renting a car in Rawalpindi

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $34 per day, on average, or $172 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 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $34 per day, on average, or $172 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 27% cheaper than other types, on average.