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 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 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 19h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car rental from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Europcar 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 the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 19h 05m.

Car

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

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (7,491 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,979 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (853 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,304 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,027 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,095 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (873 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 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 $28 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $224 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Porterhouse Beach Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 3258 reviews)
$103+
Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1515 reviews)
$385+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 4040 reviews)
$245+
Dinso Resort & Villas Phuket, Vignette Collection, an IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1316 reviews)
$164+
Kalima Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 4071 reviews)
$123+
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3380 reviews)
$117+

Renting a car in Patong

Renting a car in Patong costs $24 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 5 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 $5.03 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 $60.42 and $80.55.

Renting a car in Patong costs $24 per day, on average, or $122 if you want to rent if for 5 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 $5.03 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 $60.42 and $80.55.

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