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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.
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, Air France, Etihad Airways 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.
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 THAIRENTACAR , among others, in Phuket City.
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 AED 186 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 841 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Squareone - Hostel.
Hiring a car in Patong costs AED 100 per day, on average, or AED 499 if you want to hire it for 5 days.
Expect to pay AED 4.93 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 59.06 and AED 78.74.