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What to do
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 February
Estimated hotel price
$63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rawalpindi in February
Estimated hotel price
$63
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 18h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Rawalpindi is to pick up a car rental from Lahore, which is about 160 miles from Rawalpindi. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Ace, among others, in Lahore.

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 18h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Rawalpindi is to pick up a car rental from Lahore, which is about 160 miles from Rawalpindi. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Ace, among others, in Lahore.

Airports near Rawalpindi

SDTSaidu Sharif
PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,305 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,557 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,928 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,211 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,001 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (417 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (674 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (396 reviews)
Air China
Good (146 reviews)
China Southern
Good (146 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (231 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (685 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
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American Airlines
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Where to stay in Rawalpindi

Average rates range from around $26 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 (8.7, 1151 reviews)
$160+
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Movenpick Centaurus Islamabad
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 221 reviews)
$104+
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Islamabad Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 793 reviews)
$145+
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Shelton's Ambassador
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 925 reviews)
$39+
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New Islamabad Hotel
5 stars
Good (6.7, 89 reviews)
$17+
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Swiss Cottage
3 stars
Okay (4, 3 reviews)
$9+
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Renting a car in Rawalpindi

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $35 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Rawalpindi.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rawalpindi, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $35 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Rawalpindi.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Rawalpindi, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.