Nestled in the heart of the Kalmyk Steppe in southern Russia, Elista is a culturally rich and vibrant city renowned for its unique blend of Buddhist and Russian influences. As the capital of the Republic of Kalmykia, Elista boasts a stunning array of Buddhist temples, including the magnificent Golden Temple, exuding a tranquil and spiritually captivating atmosphere. Visitors can immerse themselves in the local culture by exploring traditional Kalmyk architecture, enjoying authentic Kalmyk cuisine, or witnessing captivating cultural performances. With its welcoming locals and picturesque landscapes, Elista offers a one-of-a-kind travel experience that seamlessly combines history, tradition, and natural beauty.
The cheapest month to fly to Elista is typically in January.
The popular airports near Elista are Elista Airport (ESL) and Volgograd International Airport (VOG).
The flight to Elista (ESL) is roughly 5 hours 17 minutes and 2,154 miles (3,466 kilometres) from Delhi, India - New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
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Flights from Delhi, India - New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,154 miles (3,466 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 17 minutes.
Flights from Mumbai, India - Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport (BOM) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,484 miles (3,998 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 1 minute.
Flights from Chennai, India - Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,106 miles (4,998 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 24 minutes.
Flights from Bengaluru/ Bangalore, India - Kempegowda Intl Airport (BLR) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,001 miles (4,829 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from Kochi, India - Cochin International Airport (COK) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,132 miles (5,040 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 27 minutes.
Flights from Hyderabad, India - Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,800 miles (4,507 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 43 minutes.
Flights from Thiruvananthapuram, India - Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,249 miles (5,228 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 43 minutes.
Flights from Kolkata, India - Calcutta Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,944 miles (4,738 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 2 minutes.
Flights from Ahmedabad, India - S.VallabhBhai Patel Airport (AMD) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,251 miles (3,623 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from Kozhikode, India - Kozhikode International Airport (CCJ) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,058 miles (4,921 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 17 minutes.
Flights from Jaipur, India - Jaipur International Airport (JAI) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,183 miles (3,514 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 21 minutes.
Flights from Goa, India - Dabolim Airport (GOI) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,733 miles (4,399 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 34 minutes.
Flights from Lucknow, India - Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,407 miles (3,874 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 50 minutes.
Flights from Coimbatore, India - Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,103 miles (4,993 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 23 minutes.
Flights from Tiruchirapalli, India - Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,179 miles (5,116 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 33 minutes.
Flights from Pune, India - Lohegaon Airport (PNQ) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,552 miles (4,107 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from Bagdogra, India - Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,749 miles (4,423 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 36 minutes.
Flights from Guwahati, India - Gopinath Bordoloi Internationall Airport (GAU) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,926 miles (4,709 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours.
Flights from Visakhapatnam, India - Visakhapatnam Airport (VTZ) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,968 miles (4,777 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Amritsar, India - Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Airport (ATQ) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,905 miles (3,067 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 44 minutes.
Flights from Madurai, India - Madurai Airport (IXM) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 3,210 miles (5,167 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 7 hours 38 minutes.
Flights from Nagpur, India - Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (NAG) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,615 miles (4,209 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 6 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from Chandigarh, India - Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Elista (ESL) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,041 miles (3,285 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 2 minutes.
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