Baotou to Changsha (Changsha) (BAV–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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3U4273
3U Sichuan
CR9
7:10 AM
CST
9:55 AM
CST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
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G54493
G5 China Express
CR9
7:10 AM
CST
9:55 AM
CST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
G54494
G5 China Express
321
10:20 PM
CST T2
12:45 AM+1
CST
2h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Baotou to Changsha (Changsha)
2 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 874 mi 2h 45m nonstop 12 1-stop hubs

BAV–CSX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Express Airlines and Sichuan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 874 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop BAV–CSX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
G5 China Express Airlines 7 CR9 2h45
3U Sichuan Airlines 4 CR9 2h45
Aircraft on this route
CR9 Bombardier CRJ-900 – 3U, G5
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 3U + G5 (11 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, BAV to CSX direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for BAV to CSX.
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One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
781
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Baotou

Nearby airports with service to Changsha Huanghua International Airport.
Metric BAV→CSX DSN→CSX HET→CSX
Distance from BAV 74 mi 98 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 1 3
Weekly flights 11 7 20
Flight time 2h 45m 2h 40m 2h 35m
Airports within 200 miles of BAV with service to Changsha Huanghua International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Changsha (Changsha) is 0 hours the same as Baotou.
BAV: CST · CSX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Baotou, it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
Distance & Flight Time
874 mi / 1,407 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m.
Getting from CSX

Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.

Changsha (Changsha) Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.

Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.

BAV–CSX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Baotou to Changsha (Changsha) route.
Route details
Distance874 mi / 1,407 km
Flight time2h 45m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights11 out / 7 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: BAV
IATA / ICAOBAV / ZBOW
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation3,321 ft / 1,012 m
Destination: CSX
IATA / ICAOCSX / ZGHA
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr28.0M
Elevation217 ft / 66 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BAV to CSX flights.
Nonstop flights from Baotou Donghe International Airport to Changsha Huanghua International Airport take approximately 2h 45m. The route covers 874 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Sichuan Airlines and China Express Airlines.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from BAV to CSX. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LLV, TFU, CKG, TSN, SHE, XIY, HGH, PEK, HAK, PVG, KMG and NKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CSX to BAV are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DSN, HET and UYN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from BAV to CSX

Baotou Donghe International Airport (BAV) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines and China Express Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

BAV to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from BAV to CSX ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 874 miles (1,407 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via LLV. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ordos (DSN), Hohhot (HET) and Yulin (UYN).