Renting a car in Islamabad costs PKR 4,000–25,000 per day in 2026. Economy cars start at PKR 4,000/day, sedans with driver average PKR 7,500–9,000/day, Hiace vans PKR 9,500–11,000/day, and SUVs PKR 18,000–25,000/day. Rawalpindi runs 5–10% cheaper across every category.
What does each car category cost in the twin cities?
| Category | Islamabad (with driver) | Rawalpindi (with driver) |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | PKR 4,000–5,500 | PKR 3,500–5,000 |
| Sedan (Corolla, Civic) | PKR 7,500–9,000 | PKR 6,500–8,000 |
| Hiace van | PKR 9,500–11,000 | PKR 9,000–10,000 |
| SUV (Fortuner, Prado) | PKR 18,000–25,000 | PKR 16,000–22,000 |
| Luxury (Mercedes, LC V8) | PKR 30,000–45,000 | PKR 28,000–40,000 |
Why is Islamabad more expensive than Lahore?
Islamabad averages 10–15% above Lahore for equivalent vehicles. Three reasons: higher demand from diplomats, NGOs, and MNCs on monthly contracts; the tourist premium on Northern-Areas-bound rentals; and a vendor pool that skews toward newer fleets with English-speaking drivers.
What do Northern Areas packages cost from Islamabad?
A 5-day Hunza or Naran package runs roughly USD 800–1,500 (PKR 225,000–420,000) all-in — vehicle, driver, fuel, and tolls. SUVs cost more but handle the Karakoram Highway better; sedans manage the Naran route in season. Book 2–4 weeks ahead for June–August.
How much is airport pickup at Islamabad International?
ISB airport pickup adds PKR 800–2,000 over the daily rate depending on vehicle class. Most F-10, F-7, and Bahria Town vendors include meet-and-greet at arrivals; share your flight number on WhatsApp and the driver tracks delays.
