Elista Airport guide
Updated 2026-10-16Elista Airport is the air gateway to the Republic of Kalmykia in southern Russia. It sits on the steppe northeast of the city, about 8 km from the city centre, and carries the ICAO code URWI. The airport holds international status, but current scheduled flights are domestic.
Services at Elista Airport
1 of 6 available- None listed yetParking
- None listed yetCar Rentals
- 1optionHotelsHotel Marco PoloView hotels guide
- None listed yetLounges
- None listed yetShuttles
- None listed yetPublic Transport
Key facts
- Passengers98K97,500 in 2021
- Services1listed across 1 of 6 types
- Local timeMoscow time
- IATAESLICAO URWI
- Runways1
- Terminals1domestic
Terminals
1 terminal- PADomesticPassenger TerminalAeroflot, Red Wings
Nearby cities
straight-line distance- ElistaSouthwest of the airport8 km
Questions
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What are the airport codes for Elista Airport?
Elista Airport uses the following codes: IATA: ESL, ICAO: URWI. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.
Where is Elista Airport located?
Elista Airport is located in Elista, Republic of Kalmykia, Russia. The airport coordinates are 46.3739°, 44.3309°.
What services are available at Elista Airport?
Elista Airport offers: 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.
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