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
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in June
Estimated hotel price
$162
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 24 km from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 29h.

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 Drive Car Rental 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 24 km from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 29h.

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 Drive Car Rental and Europcar, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,163 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,127 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,457 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,260 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,741 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,906 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,407 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,497 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,433 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,028 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,730 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,009 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 $29 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $125 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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Dinso Resort & Villas Phuket, Vignette Collection, an IHG Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1512 reviews)
$153+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, 4312 reviews)
$141+
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Intercontinental Hotels Phuket Resort By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1011 reviews)
$238+
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Sole Mio Boutique Hotel and Wellness - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9, 667 reviews)
$63+
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Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2237 reviews)
$136+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1888 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Patong

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $145 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 5% 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. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Patong costs $29 per day, on average, or $145 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 5% 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. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

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