Medium airport · Elista, Russia
Elista Airport
The airport reopened on 3 May 2024, and the first flight since 2022 took place on 28 May. Its IATA code is ESL. Its ICAO code is URWI. It has 2 runways, longest 10,499 ft (ASP). Elevation 501 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Elista, Russia |
|---|---|
| IATA code | ESL |
| ICAO code | URWI |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 10,499 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 501 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 46.3739° N, 44.3309° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Elista Airport is known for
The airport reopened on 3 May 2024, and the first flight since 2022 took place on 28 May.
History
The airport reopened on 3 May 2024, and the first flight since 2022 took place on 28 May.
Official website: https://aero-elista.ru/ — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elista Airport?
The airport reopened on 3 May 2024, and the first flight since 2022 took place on 28 May.
What is the airport code for Elista Airport?
Elista Airport — its IATA code is ESL and its ICAO code is URWI.
Where is Elista Airport located?
Elista Airport serves Elista, Russia. Its coordinates are 46.3739° N, 44.3309° E.
What is the history of Elista Airport?
The airport reopened on 3 May 2024, and the first flight since 2022 took place on 28 May.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#6521
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elista_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.