Distance from Charlotte to Hayward by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Charlotte (NC) to Hayward (CA) is 2280 miles or 3669 kilometers or 1980 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Charlotte to Hayward is 2693 miles (4335 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 413 miles or 666 km.

Flight distance from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Charlotte and Hayward is 2280 miles or 3669 km.
The nearest airport to Charlotte, is Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and the nearest airport to Hayward, is Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK).

What is the average flight time from Charlotte to Hayward?

Flight time from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA is 5 hours 14 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Charlotte to Hayward Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Charlotte, NC and Hayward, CA
This map shows the distance from Charlotte, NC, Usa to Hayward, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Charlotte, North Carolina to Hayward, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA

The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Hayward, California is 2693 miles or 4335 km.
The total driving distance from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA is 2693 miles or 4335 kilometers. Your trip begins in Charlotte, North Carolina. It ends in Hayward, California.
The driving distance from Charlotte, North Carolina to Hayward, California is approximately 2693 miles (4335 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 47 to 48 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA

How long is the drive from Charlotte, NC to Hayward, CA?
The total driving time is 47 hours, 55 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Charlotte to Hayward take?
Charlotte and Hayward are 47 hours 55 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Charlotte and Hayward

Time difference between Charlotte (NC) and Hayward (CA) is 3 Hours.
Hayward time is 3 Hours behind Charlotte.

Current local time in CharlotteCurrent local time in Hayward
2025-12-18, 11:04:26 EST2025-12-18, 08:04:26 PST
How Far is it Between Charlotte North Carolina, USA and Hayward California, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Charlotte, NC and Hayward, CA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2693 mi 4335 km 2338.6 nmi
Straight line distance 2280 mi 3669 km 1980 nmi
Difference 413 mi 666 km 358 nmi

Charlotte Details

Charlotte is located in North Carolina, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 35° 13' 37.5'' Longitude: W 80° 50' 35.3''
Latitude35.22709
Longitude-80.84313
StateNorth Carolina
Nearest airports to Charlotte

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Hayward Details

Hayward is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 40' 7.8'' Longitude: W 122° 4' 50.9''
Latitude37.66882
Longitude-122.0808
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Hayward

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Charlotte, NC and Hayward, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 90 hours 18 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 67 hours 44 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 60 hours 12 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 54 hours 11 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 49 hours 15 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 45 hours 9 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 41 hours 40 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 38 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 36 hours 7 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 33 hours 52 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 31 hours 52 minutes