Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rawalpindi to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rawalpindi in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 69
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rawalpindi in June, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 40 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 3 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 230 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Rawalpindi, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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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 centre.

Plane

When flying to Rawalpindi, you’ll arrive at Islamabad Intl (ISB), which is located 14 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Rawalpindi

SDTSaidu Sharif
PEWPeshawar
ISBIslamabad Intl

Airlines serving Rawalpindi

British Airways
Good (7,972 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,360 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,215 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,020 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,354 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,975 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,213 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (426 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (685 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (401 reviews)
Air China
Good (149 reviews)
China Southern
Good (152 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (232 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (688 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,661 reviews)
Air Arabia
Good (56 reviews)
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Where to stay in Rawalpindi

Average rates range from around S$ 36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 49 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Rawalpindi

Hiring a car in Rawalpindi

Expect to pay S$ 1.82 per litre in Rawalpindi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 21.78 and S$ 29.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rawalpindi, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.82 per litre in Rawalpindi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 21.78 and S$ 29.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Rawalpindi, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.