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What Does a Padel Court Cost in Pakistan?
A single padel court in Pakistan typically runs between PKR 8M and PKR 18M depending on location, surface type, and structure. A 2-court facility — the minimum commercially viable setup — falls in the PKR 15M to PKR 35M range including enclosure, lighting, flooring, and basic ancillaries.
Costs in Pakistan are significantly lower than comparable builds in the UAE or Europe, where the same 2-court setup can cost 3–4x more. The key variables that drive price are the glass specification, artificial grass grade, and whether you're building indoors, outdoors with shade, or in a climate-controlled environment.
Quick ballpark: Budget PKR 10M–15M per court for a good-quality outdoor build. For indoor or climate-controlled installations, factor in an additional PKR 5M–12M per court for the civil/HVAC structure.
Key Cost Factors
1. Surface Material
Padel courts use artificial grass — typically 12mm or 16mm pile height. Premium-grade imported grass costs more but lasts longer and provides better ball response. Budget grass imported from China costs roughly PKR 400–600K per court. European-grade artificial grass (the standard for serious commercial courts) runs PKR 800K–1.4M per court.
2. Glass Panels
The glass enclosure is the most expensive component. Standard tempered glass panels with a basic aluminium frame cost PKR 2M–3.5M per court. Premium panoramic glass structures with powder-coated steel frames run PKR 4M–7M per court. Glass quality directly affects player experience and long-term durability — this is not where to cut corners.
3. Lighting
Padel courts require minimum 300 lux for recreational play, 500 lux for competitive. LED floodlights per court: PKR 400K–700K for adequate recreational lighting. Broadcast-grade lighting for tournaments costs significantly more.
4. Civil Work
A flat, properly drained concrete base is essential. Civil work varies enormously based on site condition — from PKR 800K (flat existing slab) to PKR 3M+ (excavation, grading, new concrete work on uneven ground).
5. Indoor vs Outdoor
Outdoor courts with shade canopy: add PKR 1.5M–3M per court. Fully enclosed indoor steel structure: PKR 6M–15M for the building shell, shared across courts. Climate-controlled with HVAC: add PKR 3M–8M depending on size.
Full Cost Breakdown — 2-Court Outdoor Facility
| Component | Budget Range (PKR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Grass (2 courts) | 1.2M – 2.8M | Chinese vs European grade |
| Glass Enclosure Structure | 5M – 14M | Standard vs premium panoramic |
| LED Lighting (2 courts) | 900K – 1.5M | Minimum 300 lux recreational |
| Civil / Foundation Work | 1.5M – 5M | Depends on site condition |
| Shade Canopy / Roof | 1.5M – 4M | For outdoor protection |
| Electrical / Wiring | 400K – 800K | DB, cabling, sockets |
| Nets, Posts, Accessories | 200K – 400K | ITF-standard equipment |
| Changing Rooms / Lobby | 1M – 3M | Optional but recommended |
| Total (2 Courts) | PKR 12M – 32M | Site-specific variation |
Return on Investment
A well-run 2-court padel facility in Karachi or Lahore charges PKR 3,000–6,000 per hour per court. At 10 booked hours per day per court (conservative for a popular location), that's:
- PKR 60,000–120,000 daily revenue from 2 courts
- PKR 1.8M–3.6M monthly
- Breakeven typically in 18–30 months depending on build cost and utilisation
Padel has one of the strongest ROI profiles of any leisure investment in Pakistan right now — the sport is growing fast and the court-to-player ratio is still very low in most cities.
Build Timeline
From site handover to first game, expect:
- Week 1–2: Site assessment, design finalization, material ordering
- Week 3–6: Civil work and foundation
- Week 7–10: Steel structure and glass panel installation
- Week 11–12: Grass laying, lighting, electrical finishing
- Week 13: Testing, snag fixes, soft opening
Total: 10–14 weeks for a straightforward 2-court outdoor build. Complex indoor builds or large multi-court facilities run 16–24 weeks.
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Book a Free AssessmentFrequently Asked Questions
What's the cheapest way to build a padel court in Pakistan?
A basic single outdoor court with budget-grade materials can be done for PKR 7M–9M. However, this often leads to higher maintenance costs and a poorer player experience. Most operators who build cheap regret it within 2 years.
Can I import materials directly to save cost?
Yes, but you need to factor in import duties (currently 25–30% on sports flooring), port clearance, and the risk of dealing with quality issues without local support. Funventure handles all supply and clearing — typically a net saving vs self-import once duties and logistics are accounted for.
What ongoing maintenance costs should I budget for?
Annual maintenance on a 2-court facility: PKR 200K–400K. Grass replacement every 8–12 years: PKR 1.2M–2.8M. Glass panels rarely need replacing if installed properly.
Does Funventure only build padel or other sports too?
Funventure is Pakistan's full-spectrum leisure infrastructure company — padel courts, adventure parks, ziplines, soft play areas, water parks, and complete recreational complexes. We've delivered PKR 500M+ of leisure projects across Pakistan.