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Hohhot Baita International Airport

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Inner Mongolia's main gateway connecting China and beyond.

Opened
1958
Location
Hohhot, China
Hohhot Baita International Airport (IATA: HET, ICAO: ZBHH) is the primary commercial airport serving Hohhot, the capital city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in northern China. It functions as the busiest airport in Inner Mongolia and handles millions of passengers annually, connecting the region to major Chinese cities and select international destinations. The airport is named after the Baita (White Tower) district where it is located, roughly 15 kilometers east of central Hohhot. It has undergone significant expansion in recent decades to accommodate growing passenger traffic driven by economic development and tourism in the region. Hohhot Baita International Airport serves as an important hub for Air China and other domestic carriers, offering routes across mainland China as well as limited international services to destinations in Asia.
Terminals
The airport operates with a main terminal building that has been expanded over time to handle increasing passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
The airport is connected to central Hohhot via public bus routes and taxi services, with the city center approximately 15 kilometers away.
Airlines here
Air China uses the airport as a key regional hub, while China Eastern, China Southern, and several low-cost carriers also operate services here.
Notable facts
  • ›Busiest airport in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
  • ›Located approximately 15 km east of central Hohhot.
  • ›Named after the Baita (White Tower) area where it is situated.
  • ›Handles both domestic Chinese routes and limited international flights to Asia.
  • ›Serves as a key aviation hub supporting Inner Mongolia's tourism and economic growth.
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Route map (37 destinations)

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Routes

HET → SJW9C · 320
HET → CTU3U · 320
HET → TYN8L · 321
HET → TPEBR · 321
HET → HGHCA · 319
HET → HLDCA · 320
HET → CTUCA · 320
HET → SHECZ · 319
HET → TGOCZ · 319
HET → TNACZ · 737
HET → HGHCZ · 737
HET → INCCZ · 319 320
HET → NKGCZ · 737
HET → TAOCZ · 73G
HET → XILCZ · 319
HET → TSNBK · YN7
HET → PVGCA · 321
HET → TPECA · 321
HET → CSXCZ · 320
HET → DLCCZ · 320
HET → CANCA · 737
HET → PEKCA · 737 738 321
HET → SHECA · 320
HET → TNACA · 738
HET → TSNCA · 738
HET → WUHCA · 320
HET → CANCZ · 319
HET → CGQCZ · 319 320
HET → TSNCZ · 737
HET → URCCZ · 319 73G 320
HET → HLDFM · 738
HET → SHAFM · 738
HET → DSNGS · ERJ
HET → ERLGS · ERJ
HET → RLKGS · E90 ERJ
HET → TSNGS · ERJ
HET → XIYGS · E90
HET → CIFGS · ERJ E90
HET → HLHGS · ERJ
HET → HRBHU · 738
HET → CGOHU · 738
HET → CGOGS · E90
HET → NZHGS · E90
HET → HLDGS · E90
HET → TGOGS · ERJ E90
HET → WUAGS · ERJ
HET → XILGS · ERJ
HET → CSXHU · 738
HET → KHNJD · 319
HET → PEKHU · 738
HET → XIYHU · 738
HET → CIFJD · 319
HET → CGOJD · 320
HET → YIEJD · 319
HET → CANJD · 319
HET → PEKJD · 319
HET → WUHJD · 320
HET → NAYKN · 737
HET → NKGMF · 737
HET → TNAMF · 737
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City & Place Guide

Gateway to Inner Mongolia's vast grasslands and nomadic heritage.

Hohhot (呼和浩特), the capital of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, blends Han Chinese urban life with Mongolian pastoral culture. Known as the 'Blue City,' it serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of the region, offering visitors a rare window into nomadic traditions, Tibetan Buddhism, and steppe landscapes.

The city is compact enough to explore in two to three days, with most major sights clustered near the old town and southern districts. Day trips to the surrounding grasslands—such as Gegentala or Xilamuren—are the main draw for travelers seeking to experience yurt stays, horseback riding, and traditional Mongolian performances under open skies.

  • •Zhaojun Tomb — historic mausoleum of the Han-dynasty peace princess
  • •Da Zhao Monastery — 400-year-old Tibetan Buddhist temple with silver Buddha
  • •Wuta Pagoda — intricate Indian-style tower carved with Sanskrit script
  • •Inner Mongolia Museum — world-class dinosaur fossils and Mongolian cultural artifacts
  • •Old Town District — lively area of mosques, temples, and street markets
  • •Xilamuren Grassland — closest steppe reserve for horseback riding and yurt stays

Getting around: Hohhot has a growing metro system with two operational lines covering key urban areas. City buses are cheap but can be confusing without Mandarin. Taxis are affordable and widely available; Didi (China's rideshare app) works well and is recommended for non-Mandarin speakers. Renting a car or joining a tour is the best option for grassland excursions outside the city.

Best time: Late June through August offers warm weather and lush green grasslands, though September brings cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.

Local food: Try shaomai (steamed mutton dumplings), hand-pulled lamb (手把肉 shǒu bā ròu), milk tea with fried millet, and fresh dairy products like yogurt and airag at local Mongolian restaurants.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Hohhot Baita International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Hohhot Baita International Airport is an international airport serving Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia, China. It is the largest airport in Inner Mongolia and lies 14.3 km (8.9 mi) east of downtown Hohhot. Its name Baita, meaning White Pagoda, derives from Wanbu Huayanjing Pagoda; one of the historical attractions in Hohhot which lies 5.6 km (3.5 mi) south-east of the airport. In 2025 it served 12,722,692 passengers.

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