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CIF â BAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Chifeng Airport (Chifeng) to Baotou Airport (Baotou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior vistas of the rugged Daqing Mountains and the expansive northern Xilingol Grassland, providing the most dramatic topographical contrast throughout the flight.
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Xilingol Grassland
Witness the immense, rolling green carpets of the high-altitude steppe that define the Inner Mongolian heartland.
Daqing Mountain Range
Enjoy a front-row seat to the craggy peaks and deep valleys of the Daqing Mountains that parallel the flight path.
Hexigten Volcanic Features
Spot distant basalt plateaus and unique geological formations characteristic of the Chifeng-Xilingol border.
Mountain Monasteries
Glimpse the remote, rugged valleys north of Baotou that house historic Tibetan Buddhist sites like Wudangzhao.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for mountain lovers. Choose this side for afternoon flights to have the sun illuminating the northern mountain faces. For the best experience, fly between June and September when the grasslands are a vibrant green rather than the winter brown.
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Horqin Sandy Land
View the northern edges of this vast sandy area, showing the unique transition between desert and steppe.
Southern Yin Mountains
Observe the southern slopes of the Yin range as the aircraft skirts the edge of the Mongolian Plateau.
Yellow River Bend
On final approach to Baotou, look south to spot the iconic 'Great Bend' of the Yellow River shimmering on the horizon.
Baotou Industrial Hub
A comprehensive view of the city's unique industrial layout and urban expansion as you descend from the east.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the south. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 15 minutes of the flight when the Yellow River becomes visible to the south, especially during the golden hour when the water reflects the sky.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 766 km (476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: CIF (42.23500061035156, 118.90799713134766)
Arrival: BAV (40.560001373291016, 109.99700164794922)
Route Type: Domestic
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