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BAV → TSN
Which side of the plane to sit from Baotou Airport (Baotou) to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred as it offers superior views of the Yellow River's Great Bend shortly after takeoff and provides a more comprehensive aerial perspective of the Tianjin city center and the Hai River during the approach.
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Ordos Plateau
The unique semi-arid landscape and sand dunes of the Ordos region south of Baotou.
The Great Bend
A stunning view of the Yellow River's iconic 90-degree turn as it heads south.
Taihang Gorges
Dramatic limestone canyons and vertical cliffs as the plane crosses the central Taihang range.
Tianjin Skyline
Unobstructed views of the Tianjin Eye and the skyscrapers lining the Hai River during descent.
Tianjin Port Area
Views of the massive industrial docks and shipping lanes of the Bohai Sea in the distance.
Morning flights offer the best lighting for the right side, highlighting the contours of the Taihang Mountains. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the winding Hai River, which serves as a perfect navigational landmark for identifying the Tianjin city center. Winter flights often provide the clearest visibility due to lower humidity.
Book Hotels in TianjinYellow River North Bank
Aerial view of the northern arc of the Yellow River as it flows through the Hetao Plain.
Yinshan Mountains
The rugged southern slopes of the Yinshan range visible to the north of the flight path.
Hohhot City
A distant view of the Inner Mongolian capital's expanding urban footprint.
Northern Taihang
The northern sections of the Taihang mountain range featuring high peaks and deep valleys.
North China Plain
The vast, patchworked agricultural fields that characterize the approach into the Tianjin region.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to minimize direct sunlight. Keep an eye out for the transition from the arid Inner Mongolian plateau to the lush, green North China Plain. On exceptionally clear days, the northern sections of the Great Wall may be visible in the mountainous regions.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: BAV (40.560001373291016, 109.99700164794922)
Arrival: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Route Type: Domestic
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