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. The shortest flight to Patong from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 28h 30m.
Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car rental from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of ASAP Car Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Phuket City.
Bus operates bus routes to Patong.
From 5-star hotels such as the Fusion Suites Phuket Patong to great affordable options like the Days Inn by Wyndham Patong Beach Phuket, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 39 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 280 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Hip Hostel - Sha Plus.
Expect to pay C$ 1.89 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 22.57 and C$ 30.09. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Patong, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.