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SJW → HET
Which side of the plane to sit from Shijiazhuang Daguocun International Airport (Shijiazhuang) to Baita International Airport (Hohhot)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Taihang Mountain range and the unique, intricate erosion patterns of the Loess Plateau as the plane moves into Inner Mongolia.
Taihang Mountains
Dramatic ridges and deep vertical canyons that define the boundary between the North China Plain and the Loess Plateau.
Wutai Shan Peaks
The high altitude peaks of this sacred Buddhist mountain range are often visible to the west shortly after takeoff.
Loess Plateau Textures
Incredible views of the 'Yellow Earth' with its characteristic deep gullies and terraced agricultural patterns.
Hohhot City Skyline
A full view of the Inner Mongolian capital's urban sprawl and modern architecture during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountains. This side provides the best view of the transition from the humid plains to the arid high plateau. Watch for the ancient Great Wall segments scattered across the Shanxi ridges.
North China Plain
The vast, flat agricultural expanse of Hebei province stretching toward the horizon during the initial climb.
Sanggan River Valley
The winding riverbed that carves through the landscape, historically significant to the region's development.
Daqing Mountains
The majestic mountain range that forms a natural barrier to the north of Hohhot, visible in the distance during approach.
Industrial Hubs
Glimpses of the massive industrial facilities and mining operations that characterize the northern Shanxi border region.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the warm sunset glow hitting the eastern slopes of the mountain ranges. Keep an eye out for the distinct boundary where the mountain valleys give way to the flatter Mongolian grasslands.
Distance: 377 km (234 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: SJW (38.28070068359375, 114.6969985961914)
Arrival: HET (40.851398, 111.823997)
Route Type: Domestic
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