ESL - Elista Airport
Elista, Russia
IATA Code: ESL · Elista, Russia
The airport code ESL is the IATA identifier for Elista Airport. You may also find it referred to as Elista Airport (ESL).
Elista Airport (ESL) serves Elista, Russia, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ESL is the IATA airport code for Elista Airport, located in Elista, Russia. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.3739°N, 44.3309°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ESL
- City
- Elista
- Country
- Russia
- Timezone
- Europe/Moscow
- Latitude
- 46.3739°
- Longitude
- 44.3309°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ESL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| STW - Stavropol | 222 km | $3,425 | $7/passenger |
| VLK - | 225 km | $3,471 | $7/passenger |
| MRV - Mineralnye Vody | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| VOG - Volgograd | 268 km | $4,135 | $8/passenger |
| ASF - Astrakhan | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| NAL - Nalchik | 323 km | $4,983 | $10/passenger |
| IGT - Magas | 344 km | $5,307 | $11/passenger |
| OGZ - Beslan | 353 km | $5,446 | $11/passenger |
| ROV - Rostov | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| KRR - Krasnodar | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| TGK - Taganrog | 427 km | $6,588 | $13/passenger |
| VSG - Lugansk | 437 km | $6,742 | $13/passenger |
| SUI - Sukhumi | 466 km | $7,189 | $14/passenger |
| EIK - Eysk | 469 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| AER - Sochi | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| MCX - Makhachkala | 475 km | $7,328 | $15/passenger |
| KUT - Kutaisi | 489 km | $7,544 | $15/passenger |
| TBS - Tbilisi | 526 km | $8,115 | $16/passenger |
| MPW - Mariupol International | 530 km | $8,177 | $16/passenger |
| GDZ - Gelendzhik | 531 km | $8,192 | $16/passenger |
| DOK - Donetsk | 532 km | $8,208 | $16/passenger |
| AAQ - Anapa | 563 km | $8,686 | $17/passenger |
| KRQ - Kramatorsk | 566 km | $8,732 | $17/passenger |
| ZTU - Zaqatala | 567 km | $8,748 | $17/passenger |
| BUS - Batumi | 573 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| GUW - Atyrau | 577 km | $8,902 | $18/passenger |
| ERD - Berdyansk | 580 km | $8,948 | $18/passenger |
| RTW - Saratov | 591 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| SCO - Aktau | 599 km | $9,241 | $18/passenger |
| KHC - Kerch | 624 km | $9,627 | $19/passenger |
| LWN - Gyumri | 626 km | $9,658 | $19/passenger |
| KVD - Ganja | 647 km | $9,982 | $20/passenger |
| KSY - Kars | 654 km | $10,090 | $20/passenger |
| BWO - Balakovo | 658 km | $10,152 | $20/passenger |
| GBB - Qabala | 674 km | $10,398 | $21/passenger |
| EVN - Yerevan | 692 km | $10,676 | $21/passenger |
| TZX - Trabzon | 700 km | $10,800 | $22/passenger |
| OZH - Zaporozhye | 702 km | $10,830 | $22/passenger |
| VOZ - Voronezh | 709 km | $10,938 | $22/passenger |
| IGD - Igdir | 712 km | $10,985 | $22/passenger |
| HRK - Kharkov | 715 km | $11,031 | $22/passenger |
| DNK - Dnepropetrovsk | 729 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
| EGO - Belgorod | 741 km | $11,432 | $23/passenger |
| TBW - Tambow | 744 km | $11,478 | $23/passenger |
| URA - Uralsk | 749 km | $11,556 | $23/passenger |
| PEZ - Penza | 751 km | $11,586 | $23/passenger |
| AJI - Agri | 755 km | $11,648 | $23/passenger |
| ERZ - Erzurum | 758 km | $11,694 | $23/passenger |
| OGU - Ordu-Giresun | 783 km | $12,080 | $24/passenger |
| LPK - Lipetsk | 784 km | $12,096 | $24/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ESL Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ESL
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Elista
Elista experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ESL
As a European airport, ESL falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via ESL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Elista Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ESL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ESL are STW, VLK, MRV — consider these for potentially lower fares