Which airport should I fly into for Walnut Creek?

For long-haul and international flights, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the main gateway near Walnut Creek. The closest airport, Buchanan Field (CCR), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Walnut Creek?

The nearest is about 6 mi (9 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Walnut Creek?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Walnut Creek

The closest airports to Walnut Creek, California: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Walnut Creek, California is Buchanan Field (CCR), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
CCR	Buchanan FieldConcord, United States	6 mi / 9 km	19 min	Regional
OAK	Metropolitan Oakland International AirportOakland, United States	16 mi / 25 km	30 min	International
HWD	Hayward Executive AirportHayward, United States	17 mi / 28 km	34 min	Regional
LVK	Livermore Municipal AirportLivermore, United States	20 mi / 32 km	38 min	Regional
APC	Napa County AirportNapa, United States	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	Regional
SFO	San Francisco International AirportSan Francisco, United States	26 mi / 42 km	50 min	International
SQL	San Carlos AirportSan Carlos, United States	29 mi / 47 km	56 min	Regional
NOT	Gnoss FieldNovato, United States	31 mi / 50 km	56 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Buchanan Field (CCR) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) (16 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Walnut Creek. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CCR.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CCR saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Walnut Creek is Buchanan Field (CCR), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.