Patong travel guide

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You're Going to Love Patong

With a population of 14,797, Patong is a must-see destination in Phuket, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in May
Estimated hotel price
$22
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in May
Estimated hotel price
$22
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Patong

Plane

Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 14h 20m.

Plane

Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 14h 20m.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (7,346 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,416 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,795 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,717 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,757 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,615 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,674 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,622 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,753 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (4,155 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,361 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,331 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,370 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,365 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (944 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,989 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (344 reviews)
Air Europa
Good (647 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Fusion Suites Phuket Patong to great affordable options like the Patong Signature Boutique Hotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $259 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Anchor Boutique House.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$156+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$230+
Kalima Resort & Spa, Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$171+
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$136+
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (SHA Extra Plus)
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$213+
Grand Mercure Phuket Patong (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$168+

Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.81 and $34.42. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.81 and $34.42. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.