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
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 Australia departs from Perth and takes around 6h 30m.
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 Hertz and Drive Car Rental, among others, in Phuket City.
Bus
Bus operates bus routes to Patong.
Airlines serving Patong
Where to stay in Patong
From 5-star hotels such as the MAI HOUSE Patong Hill (SHA Plus+) to great affordable options like the Patong Signature Boutique Hotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $36 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $235 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Squareone - Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Patong
Most booked hotels in Patong
Hiring a car in Patong
Hiring a car in Patong costs $26 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to hire it for 6 days.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 31% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.
Expect to pay $2.01 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 $24.06 and $32.08. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.