CCR

Best window seat at Buchanan Field

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offLEFT

Mt Diablo, Clayton Valley, Ygnacio Valley

LandingLEFT

Mount Diablo, Carquinez Strait/Suisun Bay to the north, Walnut Creek suburban sprawl

🛫 Taking Off from Concord (CCR)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting south on 19R, Mt Diablo sits just a few miles to the southeast and dominates the left-side view as you climb out — it's one of the most recognizable landmarks in the East Bay. The right side mostly shows suburban Concord and the Carquinez Strait area, which is less distinctive by comparison.
Look forMt Diablo, Clayton Valley, Ygnacio Valley, distant Diablo foothills

🛬 Landing at Concord (CCR)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on 19R means you're descending southbound toward Concord, and Mount Diablo's distinctive 3,849-foot peak sits just east of the field, putting it on the left side of the aircraft during final approach. The right side mostly shows suburban Walnut Creek and the low Briones hills, less striking by comparison.
Look forMount Diablo, Carquinez Strait/Suisun Bay to the north, Walnut Creek suburban sprawl, Diablo foothills

Buchanan Field is a general aviation airport with no scheduled commercial airline service, primarily serving corporate jets, flight training, and private aircraft. It has a small terminal building and multiple fixed-base operators offering charter and maintenance services.

⛰️ Elevation26 ft
🛫 Runways4 (01L/19R, 14L/32R, 14R/32L, 01R/19L)
📍 NearbyOAK 21 miSFO 31 miSQL 35 miSJC 44 miSCK 45 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Buchanan Field (CCR)?

At Buchanan Field in Concord: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Mt Diablo, Clayton Valley, Ygnacio Valley, distant Diablo foothills.

What can I see during takeoff from Buchanan Field in Concord?

When taking off from Buchanan Field (CCR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing south on 19R, Mt Diablo sits just a few miles to the southeast and dominates the left-side view as you climb out — it's one of the most recognizable landmarks in the East Bay. The right side mostly shows suburban Concord and the Carquinez Strait area, which is less distinctive by comparison. Notable sights include: Mt Diablo, Clayton Valley, Ygnacio Valley, distant Diablo foothills.

What can I see when landing at Buchanan Field in Concord?

When landing at Buchanan Field (CCR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on 19R means you're descending southbound toward Concord, and Mount Diablo's distinctive 3,849-foot peak sits just east of the field, putting it on the left side of the aircraft during final approach. The right side mostly shows suburban Walnut Creek and the low Briones hills, less striking by comparison. Notable sights include: Mount Diablo, Carquinez Strait/Suisun Bay to the north, Walnut Creek suburban sprawl, Diablo foothills.

What factors affect the best window seat at Buchanan Field?

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.