Hayward Executive Airport
Hayward Executive Airport is a small airport serving Hayward in the United States, offering a practical gateway for general aviation in the East Bay. Identified by HWD and KHWD, it is best suited to private pilots, business flyers, flight training, and other non-airline traffic rather than large commercial passenger operations. Its low elevation of 52 feet above sea level also makes weather and field conditions relatively straightforward for most visitors to understand, while its location in the America/Los_Angeles time zone is useful when planning ground transport, flight departures, or meeting times in the wider San Francisco Bay Area.
About Hayward Executive Airport
Hayward Executive Airport is a small airport serving Hayward in the United States, offering a practical gateway for general aviation in the East Bay. Identified by HWD and KHWD, it is best suited to private pilots, business flyers, flight training, and other non-airline traffic rather than large commercial passenger operations. Its low elevation of 52 feet above sea level also makes weather and field conditions relatively straightforward for most visitors to understand, while its location in the America/Los_Angeles time zone is useful when planning ground transport, flight departures, or meeting times in the wider San Francisco Bay Area.
The airport has two parallel lighted asphalt runways, which is especially helpful for pilots arriving early, departing after dark, or operating on a flexible schedule. Runway 10L/28R measures 3,108 feet, while 10R/28L extends to 5,694 feet, giving the field options for different aircraft sizes and mission types. For travelers, that usually means an airport geared toward efficient local and regional flying rather than the long check-in lines and terminal crowds associated with major hubs.
Overview
Hayward Executive Airport is a small airport serving Hayward in the United States, offering a practical gateway for general aviation in the East Bay. Identified by HWD and KHWD, it is best suited to private pilots, business flyers, flight training, and other non-airline traffic rather than large commercial passenger operations. Its low elevation of 52 feet above sea level also makes weather and field conditions relatively straightforward for most visitors to understand, while its location in the America/Los_Angeles time zone is useful when planning ground transport, flight departures, or meeting times in the wider San Francisco Bay Area.
Key facts
- Airport name: Hayward Executive Airport
- Location served: Hayward, United States
- Elevation: 52 ft (16 m)
- Runways: 10L/28R at 3,108 ft and 10R/28L at 5,694 ft
- Surface and lighting: both runways are asphalt and lighted
- Official website: http://www.hayward-ca.gov/CITY-GOVERNMENT/DEPARTMENTS/PUBLIC-WORKS-ET/HEA/
Why it matters for travelers
For visitors, Hayward Executive Airport is most useful when convenience matters more than airline amenities. If you are chartering a flight, meeting a private aircraft, or organizing business travel close to Hayward, a smaller airport like this can mean quicker curb-to-aircraft access and less time navigating a large terminal environment. Checking the official airport page before travel is wise for current services, access details, and any local operating notices.
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FAQ
Hayward Executive Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Hayward Executive Airport is located in Hayward, United States (North America), at coordinates 37.670°, -122.080°.
- Its IATA code is HWD and its ICAO code is KHWD.
- Hayward Executive Airport serves Hayward, United States. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Hayward Executive Airport operates on America/Los_Angeles local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Hayward Executive Airport sits at latitude 37.670° and longitude -122.080°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from HWD. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for HWD is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from HWD on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United States. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.