Hohhot Baita International Airport

ZBHH / HET

Hohhot, CN

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
6°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -4°C
4 kt
230°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1014 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZBHH 040900Z 23002MPS 200V260 9999 FEW040 06/M04 Q1014 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 3,556 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,556 ft AMSL
QNH
1014 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
895 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (3,556 ft)
Pressure Alt
3,534 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,307 ft
ISA Deviation: -1.9°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF ZBHH 040302Z 0406/0506 12004MPS 9999 FEW030 TX06/0407Z TNM08/0421Z TEMPO 0406/0410 2800 -RASN
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:32Z BASE
+0h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BHH
08
26 ✈️
08R
26L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 08/26
Active: 26
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 72°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
✈️ 08R/26L
Active: 26L
11,811 ft 148 ft CON 72°
3.5 kt 2.0 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZBHH

3,910 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
88.3%
MVFR
9.7%
IFR
1.8%
LIFR
0.2%

Hohhot Baita International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 88.3% of the time. Temperature extremes range from -28°C to 27°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, January, February.

Temperature Range

Average: -1.8°C
Range: -28°C to 27°C
-28°C 27°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.2%

Best Months for VFR

September January February

Statistics computed from 3,910 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Hohhot Baita International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZBHH
IATA Code: HET
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 3,556 ft MSL

Location

City: Hohhot
Country: CN
Latitude: 40.849658°
Longitude: 111.824598°
Time Zone: Europe/Moscow

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 08R/26L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Hohhot Baita International Airport

Overview

Hohhot Baita International Airport serves the capital city of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in northern China. Located at 40.849658, 111.824598, this large airport is situated at an elevation of 3,556 feet above mean sea level. The airport supports regional and national air transportation for the Hohhot metropolitan area.

Flying Conditions

As an airport in northern China, Hohhot Baita experiences significant seasonal temperature variations typical of continental climate zones. The airport's elevation at 3,556 ft MSL can impact aircraft performance, particularly during summer months when density altitude increases. Pilots should anticipate potential performance considerations related to the airport's relatively high elevation.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel concrete runways, both measuring 11,811 feet in length (08/26 and 08R/26L). This substantial runway configuration allows for complex aircraft operations and provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions. The parallel runway design enables simultaneous or independent approach and departure procedures.

Approach Considerations

With two identically sized runways oriented at 08/26, pilots can expect versatile approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. The long 11,811-foot runway length accommodates a wide range of aircraft types, from regional commuters to large international jets. Standard instrument approach procedures will be applicable given the airport's international classification.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.