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

When to visit Patong

Patong in September
Estimated package price
$457
2 travelers
Flight to Patong
3 nights at hotel
Patong in September
Estimated package price
$457
2 travelers
Flight to Patong
3 nights at 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 the United States departs from Houston and takes around 27h.

Car

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

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Patong. From Bangkok, the bus ride to Patong takes 1159 km and will cost you around $25. From Chiang Mai, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 2382 km.

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 the United States departs from Houston and takes around 27h.

Car

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

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Patong. From Bangkok, the bus ride to Patong takes 1159 km and will cost you around $25. From Chiang Mai, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 2382 km.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (4,490 reviews)
KLM
Good (824 reviews)
SWISS
Good (912 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,284 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,533 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,460 reviews)
Finnair
Good (898 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (889 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (5,279 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (811 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (466 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,636 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (171 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (754 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Patong Bay Hill Resort (Sha Plus+) to great affordable options like the Time Out Hotel Patong, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $24 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $147 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Anchor Boutique House.

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, 1898 reviews)
$84+
Stay Wellbeing & Lifestyle Resort (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1385 reviews)
$67+
Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 794 reviews)
$304+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2904 reviews)
$151+
Kalima Resort & Spa, Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3773 reviews)
$91+
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 4984 reviews)
$122+

Renting a car in Patong

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $429 if you want to rent if for 15 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $429 if you want to rent if for 15 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.

Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.