Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Furnace Creek travel guide

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You're Going to Love Furnace Creek

With a population of 24, Furnace Creek is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Furnace Creek to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Furnace Creek

Furnace Creek in September
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Furnace Creek in September
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Furnace Creek in July, when the average temperature is 38 °C, and the highest can go up to 46 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 178 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Furnace Creek, with an average rainfall of 7 mm.

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How to Get to Furnace Creek

Plane

Although Furnace Creek doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Inyokern (IYK), which is located 77 miles from Furnace Creek. The shortest flight to Furnace Creek from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Furnace Creek is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 185 miles from Furnace Creek. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Furnace Creek doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Inyokern (IYK), which is located 77 miles from Furnace Creek. The shortest flight to Furnace Creek from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Furnace Creek is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 185 miles from Furnace Creek. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Furnace Creek

LASLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Airlines serving Furnace Creek

Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,691 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,190 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,831 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,533 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Furnace Creek

Most booked hotels in Furnace Creek

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The Ranch At Death Valley
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£175+
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Hiring a car in Furnace Creek

Expect to pay £0.92 per litre in Furnace Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.98 and £14.64.

Expect to pay £0.92 per litre in Furnace Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.98 and £14.64.