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 April
Estimated hotel price
RM 202
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in April
Estimated hotel price
RM 202
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. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Patong from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Hertz, 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. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from Malaysia. The shortest flight to Patong from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Hertz, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

KLM
Good (1,459 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,752 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,213 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,222 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,691 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,403 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,363 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,171 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,903 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (193 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 Anchor Boutique House, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 596 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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Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 402+
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Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,420+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 388+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 492+
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M Social Phuket
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 371+
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Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 345+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay RM 5.16 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 61.89 and RM 82.52. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay RM 5.16 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 61.89 and RM 82.52. Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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