Aleppo to Elista flights
Elista lies 1,269 km (789 mi) north-east of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 23 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.
| Aleppo | Elista | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Russia |
| Population | 2.1 million | 106,971 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 94 m (308 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | ESL, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Elista
Crossing from Syria into Russia: money changes from the Pound to the Ruble (RUB); sockets are Euro, Schuko; 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 Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
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 Aleppo?
1,269 km (789 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Elista by air?
About 2 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Elista?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Elista flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) 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.