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ERL → HET
Which side of the plane to sit from Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (Erenhot) to Baita International Airport (Hohhot)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic perspective of the arid Gobi landscapes and the striking transition through the Daqing Mountains as you descend into the Hohhot basin.
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Dinosaur City Skyline
Distant views of the dinosaur-themed architecture near the Mongolian border.
Gobi Plateau
Vast, undulating desert landscapes with unique geological erosion patterns.
Daqing Mountains
The rugged northern range of the Yin Mountains rising sharply before the descent.
Hohhot City Center
A clear view of the dense urban layout and skyscrapers of the Inner Mongolian capital.
Sit on the right for the best approach views. The Daqing Mountains provide a spectacular backdrop during the final descent into HET. Sunset flights are particularly beautiful as the mountains cast long shadows over the Hohhot basin. Keep your camera ready as the flight is very short and the descent starts quickly.
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Erenhot Salt Pans
Crystalline salt deposits visible shortly after takeoff from Saiwusu.
Xilingol Steppe Edge
The gradual transition from desert scrub to the iconic Inner Mongolian grasslands.
Ulanqab Wind Farms
Massive clusters of white wind turbines dotting the high-altitude plateau.
Hohhot Airport Perimeter
Aerial views of the expanding aviation infrastructure on the eastern edge of the city.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the geometric patterns of wind farms about midway through the flight. During winter, look for the 'white desert' effect where light snow covers the plateau.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 287 km (178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: ERL (43.4225, 112.096667)
Arrival: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Route Type: Domestic
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