Introduction
What to do
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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in May
Estimated flight+hotel price
£206
2 travellers
Flight to Patong
3 nights at hotel
Patong in May
Estimated flight+hotel price
£206
2 travellers
Flight to Patong
3 nights at 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 Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 50m.

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 Hertz, among others, in Phuket City.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes 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 Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 50m.

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 Hertz, among others, in Phuket City.

Bus

Bus operates bus routes to Patong.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

Lufthansa
Good (7,028 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,805 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,684 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,442 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,194 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,290 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (850 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Fusion Suites 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 £20 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £168 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and The Guest House.

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 (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Stay Wellbeing & Lifestyle Resort (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£122+
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Banyan Tree Phuket (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£248+
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Kalima Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort (SHA Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay £1.01 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 £12.10 and £16.14. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.01 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 £12.10 and £16.14. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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