Hayward to Philadelphia (HWD–PHL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Hayward to Philadelphia
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,501 mi 4h 37m nonstop +3h ahead 6 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between HWD and PHL, connecting options are available through 6 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HWD to PHL.
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One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
HWD → PHL
89%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
89%
Return
PHL → HWD
71%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
71%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PHL delays →

Other ways to reach Philadelphia from Hayward

Nearby airports with service to Philadelphia International Airport.
Metric HWD→PHL OAK→PHL SFO→PHL
Distance from HWD 7 mi 14 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 6
Weekly flights 1 1 77
Flight time 4h 37m 4h 49m 5h 10m
Airports within 200 miles of HWD with service to Philadelphia International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of Hayward.
HWD: PDT · PHL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Hayward, it's 9:00 PM in Philadelphia.
Distance & Flight Time
2,501 mi / 4,025 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 37m.
Getting from PHL

SEPTA Airport Line from the terminal to Center City takes 25–30 minutes ($8). Trains run every 30 minutes (5am to midnight) to 30th Street, Suburban, and Jefferson stations; all with connections to the subway and regional rail network. Buy tickets at platform machines.Taxis to Center City cost $28–35 (flat rate). Ride-shares to Center City run $22–35. For New York City, the Bolt Bus and Greyhound stop near 30th Street Station, or take NJ Transit to New York Penn Station (connecting from 30th Street). Amtrak also departs 30th Street Station for New York in 65 minutes.

Philadelphia Climate

Humid continental climate on the Delaware River. Winters (December–March) are cold (−2 to 5°C) with snow and ice. Philadelphia sits in the I-95 "snow corridor" and receives significant nor'easter snowfall several times per winter. PHL has solid de-icing capacity, but major storms cause multi-hour and multi-day disruptions.

Summers are hot and humid (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause frequent delays June through August. Spring and fall are transitional with variable conditions. Fog along the Delaware is occasional in fall and early winter mornings.

HWD–PHL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Hayward to Philadelphia route.
Route details
Distance2,501 mi / 4,025 km
Flight time4h 37m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: HWD
IATA / ICAOHWD / KHWD
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Elevation52 ft / 16 m
Destination: PHL
IATA / ICAOPHL / KPHL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr30.2M
Elevation36 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HWD to PHL flights.
Nonstop flights from Hayward Executive Airport to Philadelphia International Airport take approximately 4h 37m. The route covers 2,501 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from HWD to PHL. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SLC, BZN, PSP, HOU, LAX and PHX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Philadelphia is 3 hours ahead of Hayward.
Yes, return flights from PHL to HWD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include OAK and SFO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HWD to PHL

Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

HWD to PHL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HWD to PHL ranges from 4 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,501 miles (4,025 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via SLC. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK) and San Francisco (SFO).