General aviation airport serving Concord and the surrounding East Bay area. Buchanan Field handles private, corporate and training flights rather than scheduled commercial airline service and is not an airline hub.
Getting to and From Buchanan Field (CCR) #
The airport is a short drive from Concord and nearby communities - typically 5-10 minutes to downtown Concord.
- Car / Driving: The most common access method; ample on-site parking.
- Taxi / Rideshare: Local services can provide point-to-point transport.
- Public transit: Regional rail (BART) and bus services are available in the wider area but not necessarily direct to the airport; plan a short taxi or ride-share for the final leg.
Facilities at Buchanan Field (CCR) #
Facilities focus on general aviation: FBOs, flight schools, hangars, and maintenance services. There are usually pilot lounges and passenger waiting areas, with basic public restrooms and limited concessions. Commercial airline lounges and extensive retail are not present.
Tips for Buchanan Field #
- This is primarily a general aviation airport - confirm whether your flight is scheduled or private before travelling.
- Expect FBOs, flight schools and maintenance services rather than commercial airline facilities.
- Parking for private aircraft and transient pilots is readily available; contacting the FBO ahead of arrival simplifies ground handling.
Weather & Climate near Buchanan Field #
Buchanan Field's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 4°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 7° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Very Good | 6° - 17° | 11° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 8° - 22° | 15° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 10° - 25° | 18° | 10 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 4.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 13° - 29° | 21° | 3 mm | some cloud | 62% | 4.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 14° - 31° | 22° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 60% | 4.3 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Ideal | 13° - 31° | 22° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 4.1 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 13° - 29° | 21° | 6 mm | some cloud | 59% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 10° - 26° | 18° | 27 mm | some cloud | 61% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |
| December | Good | 4° - 14° | 7° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
