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HET → CGQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Baita International Airport (Hohhot) to Longjia Airport (Changchun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dramatic view of the transition from the high-altitude Inner Mongolian Plateau to the fertile Songliao Plain, featuring the unique southern ridges of the Greater Khingan range.
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Inner Mongolian Steppe
Vast stretches of high-altitude grasslands and plateau terrain immediately after departure from Hohhot.
Greater Khingan Foothills
The southern tip of China's most significant northern mountain range, offering rugged terrain and forest patches.
Songliao Plain
The transition into the fertile 'Black Soil' region of Northeast China, characterized by vast industrial-scale agriculture.
Northern Changchun
Views of the expanding industrial and residential sectors of the Jilin provincial capital during the descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side offers the best perspective on the geological shift from the arid plateau to the lush plains. In winter, this side showcases the dramatic snow-covered landscapes of the Horqin region.
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A comprehensive view of the 'Green City' and its unique Mongolian-influenced architecture during the initial climb.
West Liao River
The meandering paths of the Liao River system which create intricate silvery patterns across the landscape.
Tongliao Urban Hub
A clear view of the major regional transportation and trade hub located in the heart of the Horqin area.
Agricultural Grids
Geometric patterns of specialized farming plots that dominate the landscape near the Jilin border.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves south, providing excellent lighting for the river systems. Watch for the Daqing Mountains shortly after takeoff, which frame the southern edge of the Hohhot basin.
Book Hotels in ChangchunDistance: 1,189 km (739 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Arrival: CGQ (43.9962005615, 125.684997559)
Route Type: Domestic
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