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HET → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Baita International Airport (Hohhot) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Mongolian deserts and the Loess Plateau into the towering Qinling Mountains, including views of Mount Taibai.
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Kubuqi Desert
Golden sand dunes located south of Hohhot, offering a stark contrast to the surrounding plains.
Loess Plateau Gorges
Intricate patterns of erosion and deep canyons characteristic of the world's largest loess area.
Mount Taibai
The highest peak of the Qinling Mountains, often featuring snow-capped ridges.
Min Mountains
Sharp, rugged peaks marking the northern gateway into the Sichuan province.
Sichuan Basin Edge
The dramatic drop-off from the high plateau into the misty and fertile Sichuan Basin.
The right side is best for afternoon flights. You will see the golden Kubuqi Desert early on, followed by the jagged peaks of the Qinling Mountains. Mount Taibai is the highlight; look for its snow-capped peak during winter and spring. The descent into the Sichuan Basin often reveals dramatic cloud formations against the mountains.
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Yellow River Bend
A stunning view of the Great Bend of the Yellow River as it carves through the arid landscape.
Luliang Mountain Range
Rugged mountain scenery forming the eastern boundary of the Loess Plateau.
Wei River Basin
Expansive agricultural plains that have served as the heart of Chinese civilization for millennia.
Qinling Forest
Lush green slopes of the eastern Qinling range, a major climate divider in China.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid sun glare. This side provides excellent views of the Yellow River's Ordos loop and the lush eastern Qinling forests. Look for the distinct terraced farming on the Loess Plateau during the first half of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,344 km (835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: Domestic
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