Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$39
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 24 km from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Phuket City.

Plane

Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 24 km from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 16h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,259 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,579 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,244 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,630 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (977 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,671 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,538 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,725 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,509 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,623 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,040 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,016 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Atease 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 $48 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $241 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Square One Hotel Patong.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$163+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$381+
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$253+
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$177+
Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$282+
Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$130+

Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.65 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 $31.74 and $42.32. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.65 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 $31.74 and $42.32. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.