Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. 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
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Furnace Creek in September
Estimated hotel price
$69
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Furnace Creek in July, when the average temperature is 100.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 114.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Furnace Creek, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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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 domestic flight to Furnace Creek departs from Ontario and takes around 1h.

Car

Another option to get to Furnace Creek is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 185 miles from Furnace Creek. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, 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 domestic flight to Furnace Creek departs from Ontario and takes around 1h.

Car

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

Airports near Furnace Creek

LASLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Airlines serving Furnace Creek

Lufthansa
Good (8,295 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,710 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,437 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,810 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,525 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,385 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 Inn at Death Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1434 reviews)
$417+
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The Ranch At Death Valley
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 6398 reviews)
$235+
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Stovepipe Wells Village
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 314 reviews)
$183+
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Renting a car in Furnace Creek

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Furnace Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Furnace Creek (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50.