Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 September
Estimated hotel price
$35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in September
Estimated hotel price
$35
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 17h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Yesaway, among others, in Phuket City.

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 17h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Yesaway, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (7,940 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,505 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,906 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,323 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,433 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,191 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,578 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,954 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,287 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,502 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,949 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,273 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,004 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 $59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $222 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Hip Hostel - Sha Plus.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

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Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$248+
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Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$234+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach (SHA Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$239+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.83 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 $33.95 and $45.26. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.83 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 $33.95 and $45.26. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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