ESL — Elista Airport

ESL is the IATA airport code for Elista Airport, Russia. Local time zone: Europe/Moscow. Below: where it is and how to get into town.

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ESL is the IATA airport code for Elista Airport, Russia. IATA codes are three-letter identifiers assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association — they're what you see on boarding passes, baggage tags, and booking sites. Below: where ESL is, what timezone it operates in, and how to sort your transfer, lounge access, and car rental before you land.

ESL airport at a glance
Fact	Detail
IATA code	ESL
Airport	Elista Airport
Country	Russia
Coordinates	46.3667° N, 44.3333° E
Timezone	Europe/Moscow

Elista Airport is served by ESL in Russia.

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ESL airport code — common questions

What airport has the code ESL?

ESL is the IATA code for Elista Airport, Russia. You'll see ESL on boarding passes, baggage tags, and flight-booking sites whenever this airport is the origin or destination.

Where is ESL airport located?

ESL serves Elista Airport, Russia, at approximately 46.3667° N, 44.3333° E.

How do I get from ESL into the city?

Pre-booked private transfers are the most predictable option — fixed price, driver tracking your flight, no taxi-line haggling. Compare partner quotes for Elista Airport on this page. Ride-hail and licensed taxis are the usual fallback where available.

What timezone is ESL in?

ESL operates on the Europe/Moscow timezone. Flight departure boards always show local time.