A CLOSED down UK airport is taking a step closer to reopening this week, with flights expected to resume in the next two years. Airlines like TUI have spoken in support of Doncaster Sheffield Airport, which is hoping to reopen by 2026. 4 Doncaster Sheffield Airport is set to reopen in 2026 Credit: Alamy 4 The airport closed in 2022 despite being named the UK's best by passengers Credit: Alamy 4 TUI has spoken in favour of returning to the airport in the future Credit: Alamy Despite only opening in 2005, the airport closed down in 2022, after the site was deemed no longer commercially viable.
However, that all looks set to change, with of Doncaster Mayor Ros Jones set to inform councillors this week that a well known international operator has been chosen to run the transport hub. Mayor Jones will announce the outcome of a procurement exercise at a full council meeting, after working through a list of prospective investors. However, that name will remain confidential for the time being, to allow for scrutiny by the government under the auspices of the National Security and Investment Act.
Nevertheless, it can only be seen as a good thing for the airport, which was given a £30m government grant earlier this year to help with its plans to resume flights. In a letter at the time, then Transport Secretary, Mark Harper , said: “The government is supporting South Yorkshire through Gainshare funding, making £900 million available through £30 million funding per year over 30 year.