The flight distance from Elista Airport (ESL) in Elista, Russia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,369 kilometers (851 miles / 739 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Russia with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:21 in Elista, it's 14:21 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Elista (ESL) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Elista Airport (ESL) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.