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TSN → BAV
Which side of the plane to sit from Tianjin Binhai International Airport (Tianjin) to Baotou Airport (Baotou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Yanshan Mountains, the sprawl of the Beijing metropolitan area in the distance, and potential glimpses of Great Wall segments winding along mountain ridges.
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Yanshan Mountains
Jagged, high-altitude ridges that serve as a natural barrier between the plains and the Mongolian Plateau.
Great Wall Traces
If visibility is high, you can spot segments of the ancient Ming Great Wall snaking over the mountain crests north of Beijing.
Beijing Outskirts
The northern flight path provides a distant but impressive view of the massive Beijing urban sprawl and the Olympic Park area.
Inner Mongolia Plateau
The landscape shifts into semi-arid high-altitude terrain with unique geological formations as you descend toward Baotou.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Great Wall. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the sun's glare, which will be on the left side. Bring binoculars for a better view of the mountain ridges. This side is particularly scenic in autumn when the mountains turn vibrant shades of orange and brown.
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Tianjin Urban Landscape
Panoramic views of the Hai River and the dense skyscrapers of the Binhai New Area during departure.
Southern Taihang Range
Dramatic limestone cliffs and deep canyons that mark the transition from the North China Plain.
North China Farmland
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields stretching across the Hebei and Shanxi provinces.
Yellow River Bend
The iconic 'Great Bend' of the Yellow River becomes visible as the aircraft approaches the Inner Mongolian border.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light reflecting off the Yellow River. It is also the best side for seeing the industrial heart of the North China Plain. During winter, look for the contrast between the frozen river sections and the loess plateau.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 647 km (402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: TSN (39.1244010925, 117.346000671)
Arrival: BAV (40.560001373291016, 109.99700164794922)
Route Type: Domestic
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