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 June
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in June
Estimated hotel price
$168
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 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 18h 50m.

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 Budget, 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 18h 50m.

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 Budget, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,036 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,595 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,806 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,357 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,444 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,464 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,530 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,984 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 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 Breezotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $128 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1554 reviews)
$311+
Dinso Resort & Villas Phuket, Vignette Collection, an IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1476 reviews)
$158+
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 4264 reviews)
$164+
Intercontinental Hotels Phuket Resort By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9, 991 reviews)
$239+
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1847 reviews)
$124+
Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 469 reviews)
$137+

Renting a car in Patong

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay $6.28 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 $75.41 and $100.54. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $144 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay $6.28 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 $75.41 and $100.54. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.