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 May
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in May
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 Christchurch and takes around 17h 20m.

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 Christchurch and takes around 17h 20m.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (6,943 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,319 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,710 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,567 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,896 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,739 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,642 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,422 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (768 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,196 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,539 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,906 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,266 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,755 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,177 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,279 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (830 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,937 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (351 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (251 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 $51 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $383 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 (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$157+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$272+
Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$592+
Kalima Resort & Spa, Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$181+
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$236+
Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$152+

Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.31 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 $27.72 and $36.96.

Expect to pay $2.31 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 $27.72 and $36.96.

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