At Buchanan Field in Concord: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: San Francisco Bay (east and northeast), Mount Diablo (northeast, ~3,800 ft elevation), Suisun Bay, Carquinez Strait.

When taking off from Buchanan Field (CCR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the San Francisco Bay and Mount Diablo during the typical northeasterly departure climb. Left-side views are dominated by inland hills and suburban sprawl with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: San Francisco Bay (east and northeast), Mount Diablo (northeast, ~3,800 ft elevation), Suisun Bay, Carquinez Strait.

When landing at Buchanan Field (CCR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Buchanan Field's primary runways (13/31) mean most approaches come from the north or south. Right-side seats offer views of the San Ramon Valley and Mount Diablo to the east during final approach, plus the Contra Costa hills. Left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Mount Diablo (3,849 ft peak visible to the southeast), San Ramon Valley floor, Concord urban area, Suisun Bay waters to the north.

The best window seat at Buchanan Field (CCR) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Concord (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.