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 232
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in July
Estimated hotel price
RM 232
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 ASAP Car Rentals, 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 ASAP Car Rentals, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

KLM
Good (1,449 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,762 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,716 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,155 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,210 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,865 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,104 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,506 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,677 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,696 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,385 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,159 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,843 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,451 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Rosewood Phuket (SHA Plus+) to great affordable options like the Anchor Boutique House, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 738 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 489+
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Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,540+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 918+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 371+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 560+
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Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach (SHA Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 918+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay RM 5.29 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 63.41 and RM 84.54. 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 5.29 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 63.41 and RM 84.54. 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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