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
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Furnace Creek in September
Estimated hotel price
£78
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 10h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Furnace Creek.

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 Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Furnace Creek, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Furnace Creek takes 300 miles and will cost you around £56. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about £54 for a journey of 395 miles.

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 10h 40m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Furnace Creek.

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 Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Furnace Creek, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Furnace Creek takes 300 miles and will cost you around £56. From Phoenix, the ticket costs about £54 for a journey of 395 miles.

Airports near Furnace Creek

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Airlines serving Furnace Creek

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,675 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,013 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,137 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,058 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,129 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,449 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,514 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,571 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (888 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,348 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,113 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,159 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,597 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
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£159+
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Hiring a car in Furnace Creek

Expect to pay £0.63 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 £7.50 and £9.99.

Expect to pay £0.63 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 £7.50 and £9.99.