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NKG → HET
Which side of the plane to sit from Nanjing Lukou Airport (Nanjing) to Baita International Airport (Hohhot)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the lush Yangtze River basin to the rugged, terraced landscapes of the Loess Plateau and the iconic bends of the Yellow River.
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Yangtze River Ascent
Dramatic views of the Yangtze River winding through the plains immediately after takeoff from Nanjing.
Loess Plateau Terraces
Unique agricultural patterns and deep silt canyons characteristic of the North China highlands.
Great Wall Traces
Possible sightings of the 'Outer' Great Wall sections near the border of Shanxi and Inner Mongolia.
Yellow River Crossing
Aerial view of the muddy waters of the Yellow River as it loops north through the Ordos Loop region.
Datong Basin
A view of the industrial and historical landscape of Datong as you approach the Inner Mongolian border.
Sit on the left for the best morning light if traveling from NKG to HET, as the sun will be behind you. Keep an eye out for the distinct yellow hue of the terrain as you cross into Shanxi province. The best time for photography is during the mid-flight segment when the aircraft crosses over the Loess Plateau's intricate erosion patterns.
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Zijin Mountain
Aerial view of the Purple Mountain and the urban sprawl of Nanjing shortly after departure.
North China Plain
An endless patchwork of agricultural fields and high-density urban clusters of the Huaihe River basin.
Taihang Mountains
The eastern ridges of the Taihang range appearing as a natural wall between the plains and the plateau.
Daqing Mountains
The rugged southern edge of the Yin Mountain range that frames the Hohhot skyline during descent.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset if you are on a late afternoon flight, with the Daqing Mountains glowing in orange hues during the approach to HET. Avoid the wings for a clear view of the Daqing Mountains which run parallel to the flight path just before landing.
Book Hotels in HohhotDistance: 1,192 km (741 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: NKG (31.742000579833984, 118.86199951171876)
Arrival: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Route Type: Domestic
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