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 July
Estimated hotel price
$153
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in July
Estimated hotel price
$153
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 Sixt and Europcar, 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 Sixt and Europcar, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,222 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,194 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,484 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,055 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,530 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,646 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,963 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,540 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,518 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,460 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,588 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,038 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,845 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (315 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 Patong Signature Boutique Hotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $27 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $134 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

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Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 3508 reviews)
$81+
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Dinso Resort & Villas Phuket, Vignette Collection, an IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1545 reviews)
$164+
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Intercontinental Hotels Phuket Resort By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1034 reviews)
$231+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 4363 reviews)
$144+
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Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2259 reviews)
$139+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1934 reviews)
$127+
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Renting a car in Patong

Renting a car in Patong costs $30 per day, on average, or $151 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.

Expect to pay $5.41 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 $64.96 and $86.61. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Patong costs $30 per day, on average, or $151 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.

Expect to pay $5.41 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 $64.96 and $86.61. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

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