Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in July
Estimated hotel price
RM 375
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in July
Estimated hotel price
RM 375
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. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Patong from Malaysia departs from Penang and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental 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 24 km from Patong. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Patong from Malaysia departs from Penang and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,066 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,528 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,052 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (935 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,590 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,828 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,410 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,545 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,522 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,981 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 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 RM 120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 510 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Hip Hostel - Sha Plus.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 586+
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Saii Laguna Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 550+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 498+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 420+
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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (SHA Extra Plus)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 508+
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Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach (SHA Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 603+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Hiring a car in Patong costs RM 100 per day, on average, or RM 300 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay RM 6.52 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 78.19 and RM 104.25. The most frequently booked car type in Patong is Compact (Nissan Almera or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Patong costs RM 100 per day, on average, or RM 300 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay RM 6.52 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 78.19 and RM 104.25. The most frequently booked car type in Patong is Compact (Nissan Almera or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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