Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Hayward travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hayward

With a population of 144,186, Hayward is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hayward has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hayward

If you’re looking for affordable options, Acqua E' Farina (22622 Main St) and Neumanali (742 B Street) are great picks.

When to visit Hayward

Hayward in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hayward

Plane

When flying to Hayward, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hayward include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 31 km from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Kyte, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Hayward, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Hayward include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 31 km from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Turo and Kyte, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,890 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,848 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,295 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,382 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,912 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (904 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,740 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,890 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,189 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hayward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Hayward Downtown and Days Inn by Wyndham Hayward Airport.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 552 reviews)
$183+
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Hampton Inn Oakland/Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 478 reviews)
$121+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 508 reviews)
$127+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1849 reviews)
$94+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1907 reviews)
$90+
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Marina Village Inn
3 stars
Good (7.8, 548 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $55 per day, on average, or $273 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Hayward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $55 per day, on average, or $273 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Hayward (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Hayward

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$42/day

Intermediate SUV
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