Its name Baita, meaning White Pagoda, derives from Wanbu Huayanjing Pagoda; one of the historical attractions in Hohhot which lies  south-east of the airport. In 2013 it served 6,150,282 passengers.
Baita, which translates to White Pagoda, is named after Wanbu Huayanjing Pagoda; a notable historical site in Hohhot located southeast of the airport. By 2013, it had handled 6,150,282 travelers.