Cheap Car Hire in Pakistan

What are the requirements to hire a car in Pakistan?

If you're interested in car hire in Pakistan, you’ll need to ensure that you have a fully valid licence and that you have had this for at least two years. Foreigners will need to show their passport as well as an international driving permit. Usually, anyone aged 21 and up can find car hire in Pakistan; however, a surcharge is sometimes applied to drivers under 25 who wish to hire a car. Car and passenger van hires are widely available in the airports and major cities such as Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad. You'll find the major international companies such as Sixt, Europcar and Avis, in addition to lots of smaller, local car hire companies.

What are the rules for driving in Pakistan?

For those of you using car hire in Pakistan, note that you will drive on the left side of the road and should look out frequently for pedestrians, bikes and rickshaws. If you’re thinking of crossing the border in a hire car, it’s best to check directly with your car hire company; policies about doing so can vary. For anyone thinking of crossing over into India or Afghanistan, extra charges may also apply to your car hire. Travellers using hire cars in Pakistan and travelling with children under five must ensure they are always seated in a car seat in the back of the vehicle. Anyone aged 12 and under must also always sit in the back seat. Many hire companies offer child seats when booking, but it's best to check options before hiring anything. Speed limits vary around the country; in urban areas, they range from around 40 to 50 km/h (25-30 mph), whereas on motorways and expressways, they can range from 80 to 120 km/h (50-75 mph). It’s best to check with each city’s motor department about any particular rules.

What type of car is recommended for driving in Pakistan?

While cheap car hire in Pakistan is available, driving can be challenging in terms of the road quality, the geography and other drivers; you may want to think about hiring a sturdy car option, such as an SUV, particularly if you’re thinking of going to areas outside the major cities or inter city highways. For anyone looking for car hire in Pakistan solely within cities, a smaller economy or compact car will be sufficient. Midsize or intermediate cars are very popular for hire cars in Pakistan because they provide extra space but are still fuel efficient. For travellers exploring mountainous or remote areas, it’s advisable to opt for a four by four. Note that weather and construction can also affect driving conditions in Pakistan.

What is the most popular car hire provider in Pakistan?

When hiring a car in Pakistan, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Hertz, and with prices around £37/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Hertz is INTERMEDIATE, which starts as low as £35/day.

What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Pakistan?

At £35/day, the cheapest car hire price in Pakistan was found in Lahore. On average, Lahore has the cheapest daily rental car price (£36/day), which is 54% below average price for cities in Pakistan.

What side of the road do you drive on in Pakistan?

Cars in Pakistan are to be driven on the left side of the road.