It operates on the site of the former RAF Finningley .
Following the closure of Sheffield City Airport in 2008 , the closest international airport to Sheffield is Doncaster Sheffield Airport which is located 18 miles ( 29 km ) from the city centre .
Sheffield operates on the site of the former RAF Finningley .
Following the closure of Sheffield City Airport in 2008 , the closest international airport to Sheffield is Doncaster Sheffield Airport which is located 18 miles ( 29 km ) from the city centre .