ESL
Elista
Russia
8,911 km
5,537 miles
IAD
Washington
United States
Distance
8,911 km
5,537 mi / 4,811 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
318°
northwest

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ESL IAD
Airport Name Elista Airport Washington Dulles International Airport
IATA Code ESL IAD
ICAO Code URWI KIAD
City Elista Washington
Country Russia United States
Timezone Europe/Moscow America/New_York
Elevation 501 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 46.370000, 44.330000 38.900000, -77.500000

Elista (ESL) to Washington (IAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elista Airport (ESL) in Elista, Russia to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States is 8,911 kilometers (5,537 miles / 4,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:12 in Elista, it's 20:12 in Washington. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Washington (IAD) to Elista (ESL) follows a heading of 37° (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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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