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 4 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
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in December
Estimated hotel price
$98
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 Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Movly and Dollar, 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 Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Movly and Dollar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,388 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,784 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hayward

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 527 reviews)
$149+
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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 576 reviews)
$194+
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Hampton Inn Oakland/Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 466 reviews)
$117+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1877 reviews)
$97+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2010 reviews)
$83+
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Crowne Plaza Silicon Valley N - Union City By IHG
4 stars
Good (7.7, 633 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $61 per day, on average, or $243 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Elantra GT or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $61 per day, on average, or $243 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 8% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Hayward is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Elantra GT or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Hayward

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$30/day

Full-size

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Intermediate SUV
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