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COQ → NZH
Which side of the plane to sit from Choibalsan Airport (Choibalsan) to Manzhouli Xijiao Airport (Manzhouli)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the vast Hulunbuir Grasslands and the massive Lake Hulun during the approach into Manzhouli.
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Lake Hulun
A spectacular sight of China's fifth-largest freshwater lake, which contrasts sharply with the surrounding dry plains.
Hulunbuir Grasslands
Famous for its high-quality pasture, these lands appear as a vibrant green carpet in summer and stark white in winter.
Kerulen River Meanders
The complex, winding path of the river as it approaches its terminus near the China-Mongolia border.
Manzhouli Matryoshka Square
As you descend, look for the colorful Russian-style architecture and the giant doll structures in the city.
The right side is essential for viewing Lake Hulun, which is the geographic highlight of the flight. For the best photography, fly in late afternoon when the low sun reflects off the lake and highlights the textures of the grassland hills. During winter, the lake is frozen and offers a unique geometric ice pattern.
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Eastern Mongolian Steppe
Uninterrupted vistas of the world's largest remaining temperate grassland ecosystem.
Nomadic Settlements
Small clusters of white yurts (gers) and livestock herds scattered across the remote landscape.
Trans-Baikal Horizon
Distant views looking north toward the rugged border region with Russia's Zabaykalsky Krai.
Trans-Siberian Offshoots
The strategic railway lines connecting the mineral-rich regions of Mongolia to Chinese ports.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side offers better views of the 'Big Sky' phenomenon common in the Mongolian plateau. Keep an eye out for the distinct border fences as you cross from Mongolia into China.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 253 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: COQ (48.13570022583008, 114.64600372314452)
Arrival: NZH (49.566666999999995, 117.33)
Route Type: International
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