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PVG → HET
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Baita International Airport (Hohhot)?
Left Side of the Plane
Flying northwest from Shanghai, the left side provides spectacular views of the Taihang Mountains and the deep-cut valleys of the Loess Plateau before crossing the Yellow River into Inner Mongolia.
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Yangtze Delta
Witness the massive scale of the Yangtze River as it empties into the East China Sea shortly after takeoff.
Taihang Mountains
The flight tracks parallel to this ancient range, offering views of sharp peaks and deep gorges.
Loess Plateau
Observe the distinct, highly-eroded yellow-earth landscape characteristic of northern China.
Yellow River
Cross the iconic river near the border of Shanxi and Inner Mongolia, seeing its famous silt-laden waters.
Daqing Mountains
The northern backdrop of Hohhot provides a rugged scenic finale during the descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Taihang mountain range which runs parallel to the flight path. The afternoon sun highlights the dramatic erosion of the Loess Plateau. Keep your camera ready as you approach Hohhot for the Daqing Mountain views.
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Shanghai Skyline
Aerial views of the Pudong financial district and the winding Huangpu River upon takeoff.
Chongming Island
The third-largest island in mainland China, showcasing extensive wetlands and agriculture.
North China Plain
A vast patchwork of farmland that stretches to the horizon during the middle of the flight.
Hohhot Urban Area
Get a bird's-eye view of the 'Green City' and its modern expansion as you prepare to land.
Inner Mongolian Steppe
Catch glimpses of the transitioning landscape into the high-altitude grasslands near the airport.
The right side is ideal for seeing the Yangtze River estuary and Chongming Island shortly after takeoff. On clear days, you may see the vastness of the North China Plain. This side offers the best view of the Hohhot city center during the final descent.
Book Hotels in HohhotDistance: 1,402 km (871 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Route Type: Domestic
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