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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hayward has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hayward

If you’re looking for affordable options, PLaYT (1036 B St) and Acqua E' Farina (22622 Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Hayward

Hayward in November
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hayward in November
Estimated hotel price
$95
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 8 miles 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 41m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 20 miles from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Hayward, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 8 miles 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 41m.

Train

The train station in Hayward is called Hayward, and is located 1.0 mile from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Hayward is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 20 miles from Hayward. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

Airlines serving Hayward

Lufthansa
Good (7,013 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,335 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,580 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,774 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,332 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,871 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,637 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,302 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,673 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,707 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (342 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,281 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,323 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,694 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,085 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,855 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,309 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hayward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oakland Hayward and Quality Inn Hayward.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

Hampton Inn Oakland/Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 463 reviews)
$139+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 79 reviews)
$173+
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 498 reviews)
$196+
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 469 reviews)
$146+
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1762 reviews)
$68+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1657 reviews)
$96+

Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $43 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Accent or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $43 per day, on average, or $128 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Hayward.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. 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 Accent or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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