DirtyDitch;
Unfortunately I've had similar experiences. Last minute bookings with Ryanair and Ezy can be eye wateringly expensive. A little remembering that the SLF pay the salaries can go a long way. These days if possible I book BA, BMI or whoever if its a last minute booking as the prices are little different and the service very different. The main difference for me is that I'm probably positioning to fly that nice shiny thing thats waiting for you.
I used to commute out of Stan on Air Uk. Coming home once I was in a scotch induced stupour (long delay in Abz) Seated in 14F (the best seat in the house) I had a nightmare. I was woken by a very concerned looking hostie. "I'm glad I wasn't in that dream." Said she
"You were" said I "and unfortunately so was your husband!"
Wherever all the ladies from that run are now bless you all and thanks for some wonderful and very funny trips. You made my trip to work painless and my trip home a delight.