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CGQ → HET
Which side of the plane to sit from Longjia Airport (Changchun) to Baita International Airport (Hohhot)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the vast Inner Mongolian grasslands and the dramatic southern ridges of the Greater Khingan Range as the flight moves west.
Horqin Grasslands
Sweeping views of the historic Horqin sandy lands and restored grassland ecosystems.
Greater Khingan Range
The southern foothills of the Daxing'anling mountains, featuring unique geological erosion patterns.
Tongliao City
A bird's-eye view of Tongliao, a major logistics hub in the eastern part of Inner Mongolia.
Xilingol Steppe
Vast, open pastures where traditional Mongolian livestock herding patterns are often visible.
Yinshan Mountains
The rugged, dramatic ridgeline of the Yinshan mountains appearing during the final descent into Hohhot.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids direct glare. Look out for the sharp contrast between the green grasslands and the brown desert patches. As you approach Hohhot, watch for the steep northern slopes of the Yinshan mountains which provide a stunning backdrop to the Baita Airport area.
Changchun Suburbs
Clear views of the industrial and residential sprawl of Changchun shortly after takeoff from Longjia.
Songnen Plain
A patchwork of intensive agricultural fields characteristic of the Northeast China Plain.
West Liao River
The winding course of the West Liao River carving through the landscape of eastern Inner Mongolia.
Chifeng Skyline
The urban layout of Chifeng city may be visible to the south depending on the specific airway taken.
Transitional Steppe
Observation of the shift from fertile agricultural land to the arid, semi-desert steppe of the plateau.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a better look at the urban development of Jilin and Liaoning's border regions. During autumn, the golden harvest colors of the Songnen Plain are best observed here.
Distance: 1,189 km (739 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Arrival: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Route Type: Domestic
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