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How to get there
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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 35m.

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 35m.

Airports near Rawalpindi

SDTSaidu Sharif
PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,646 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,772 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,889 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (948 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,130 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (402 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (379 reviews)
Air China
Good (138 reviews)
China Southern
Good (133 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (222 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (327 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
Air Arabia
Good (55 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rawalpindi

Average rates range from around $29 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $35 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 (8.6, 1063 reviews)
$164+
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Movenpick Centaurus Islamabad
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 145 reviews)
$138+
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Envoy Continental Hotel, Blue Area, Islamabad
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 704 reviews)
$73+
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Islamabad Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, 762 reviews)
$158+
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Renting a car in Rawalpindi

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51.