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
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.
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 centre. Airlines that fly from the United Arab Emirates to Rawalpindi include Emirates, flydubai and Pakistan International Airlines. The shortest flight to Rawalpindi from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 3h.
Airlines serving Rawalpindi
Where to stay in Rawalpindi
Average rates range from around AED 112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 159 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Rawalpindi
Hiring a car in Rawalpindi
Expect to pay AED 3.90 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 AED 46.72 and AED 62.29.