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 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 21h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car rental from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Drive Car Rental, among others, in Phuket City.
Airlines serving Patong
Where to stay in Patong
From 5-star hotels such as the Patong Bay Hill Resort (Sha Plus+) to great affordable options like the Time Out Hotel Patong, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $21 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $161 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Anchor Boutique House.
Where to stay in popular areas of Patong
Most booked hotels in Patong
Renting a car in Patong
Renting a car in Patong costs $26 per day, on average, or $154 if you want to rent if for 6 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Patong.
Expect to pay $4.88 per gallon in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $58.60 and $78.13. The most frequently booked car type in Patong is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Almera or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.