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

When to visit Patong

Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$38
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$38
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 19h 50m.

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 Drive Car Rental 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 19h 50m.

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 Drive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,231 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,587 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,647 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,488 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,034 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (318 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,940 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 $44 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $237 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)
$134+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$314+
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$231+
Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$245+
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$174+
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (SHA Extra Plus)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$236+

Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.53 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 $30.36 and $40.48. Compact (Nissan Almera or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.53 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 $30.36 and $40.48. Compact (Nissan Almera or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.