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 June
Estimated hotel price
RM 372
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in June
Estimated hotel price
RM 372
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, IndiGo 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 Yesaway 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 24 km from Patong. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, IndiGo 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 Yesaway and ASAP Car Rentals, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (8,013 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,986 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,379 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,062 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,383 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,519 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,984 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (999 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 RM 119 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 516 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 337+
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Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,250+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
RM 583+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 386+
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Katathani Phuket Beach Resort (SHA Extra Plus)
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 516+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 493+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Hiring a car in Patong costs RM 97 per day, on average, or RM 290 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, 13% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay RM 6.48 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 77.73 and RM 103.64. 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, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Patong costs RM 97 per day, on average, or RM 290 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, 13% more expensive than at Phuket City.

Expect to pay RM 6.48 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 77.73 and RM 103.64. 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, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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