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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 3 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 Atlanta and takes around 20h 15m.

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 Atlanta and takes around 20h 15m.

Airports near Rawalpindi

SDTSaidu Sharif
PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (6,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,810 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,238 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,576 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,373 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,075 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,208 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (975 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,928 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (350 reviews)
China Southern
Good (97 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (331 reviews)
Air China
Good (92 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (612 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (200 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,187 reviews)
Kuwait Airways
Good (301 reviews)
flydubai
Good (139 reviews)
Air Arabia
Good (47 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 $27 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 (8.3, 970 reviews)
$217+
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Islamabad Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 701 reviews)
$202+
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Islamabad Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 229 reviews)
$94+
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Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi
3 stars
Good (7.4, 906 reviews)
$110+
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Oriole Luxury Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, 70 reviews)
$13+
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Hotel De Grand
3 stars
Okay (5.7, 161 reviews)
$9+
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Renting a car in Rawalpindi

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Rawalpindi is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 28% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Rawalpindi costs $48 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Rawalpindi is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 28% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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