Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 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.

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 Alamo and ASAP Car Rentals, 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.

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 Alamo and ASAP Car Rentals, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,676 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,642 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,023 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,059 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,452 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,581 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (888 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,351 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,116 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,621 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (925 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (287 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 Anchor Boutique House, 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 $227 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and The Guest House Phuket.

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 (9.2, 1529 reviews)
$559+
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Hotel Clover Patong Phuket (Sha Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (9, 4627 reviews)
$104+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 4132 reviews)
$396+
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Dinso Resort & Villas Phuket, Vignette Collection, an IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1357 reviews)
$279+
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Intercontinental Hotels Phuket Resort By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 958 reviews)
$473+
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Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 3532 reviews)
$179+
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Renting a car in Patong

Expect to pay $5.19 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 $62.23 and $82.98.

Expect to pay $5.19 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 $62.23 and $82.98.

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