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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in October
Estimated hotel price
$37
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in October
Estimated hotel price
$37
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 18h 05m.

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 18h 05m.

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 (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,526 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,008 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,422 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,398 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,798 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,096 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,400 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,429 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,525 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,983 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 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 Days Inn by Wyndham Patong Beach, 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 $216 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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Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$530+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$249+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (SHA Extra Plus)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$219+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$210+
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Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach (SHA Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$247+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.85 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 $34.13 and $45.50. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.85 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 $34.13 and $45.50. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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