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 4 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. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Arabia, Emirates, Air France and other airlines departing from the United Arab Emirates. The shortest flight to Patong from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 6h 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 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 AED 102 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 573 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
Hiring a car in Patong
Expect to pay AED 4.82 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 AED 57.74 and AED 76.98. 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 car hire (Nissan Almera or similar) is, on average, 38% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.