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
$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 Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 27m.

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 Europcar and Turo, 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 Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Hayward departs from Ontario and takes around 1h 27m.

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 Europcar and Turo, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Hayward

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Hayward

Lufthansa
Good (8,202 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,560 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,181 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,048 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,511 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,660 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,105 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,956 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,509 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,506 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,455 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hayward

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Hayward Airport and Bay Area Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hayward

Most booked hotels in Hayward

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Hayward
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 170 reviews)
$145+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 522 reviews)
$125+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 112 reviews)
$139+
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Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 565 reviews)
$186+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1854 reviews)
$89+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hayward - Castro Valley By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 49 reviews)
$106+
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Renting a car in Hayward

Renting a car in Hayward costs $57 per day, on average, or $286 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 $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hayward costs $57 per day, on average, or $286 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 $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Hayward

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$29/day

Intermediate

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

Standard SUV
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