Ankara to Elista flights
Elista lies 1,165 km (724 mi) north-east of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ankara | Elista | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 3.5 million | 106,971 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 94 m (308 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | ESB, 26 km out | ESL, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Elista
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ankara
Ankara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Elista
Elista is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Elista Airport (ESL), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elista Airport (regional) | ESL | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,499 ft | 501 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Elista from Ankara?
1,165 km (724 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ankara.
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Elista by air?
About 2 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Elista?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ankara to Elista flights?
Typically Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Elista Airport (ESL).
What currency do I need in Elista?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.