GroundedSLF
...in which case I would fly EasyJet. I do frequently. It's become a game, finding the cheapest flights. Another major factor with Lo Co airlines is when to book - generally earlier the better. I'd bet the FR flight (one per day into Malaga; EJ has 4) has only a few seats left; that's when the prices go through the roof!
If you fly frequently, learn the rules and you can save money. I've aquired a Visa Electron card (free) specifically for booking with Ryanair. I fly (with Mrs WP) 6 return trips a year with FR. That's 24 legs which FR would charge on a credit card at £5.00 each. The Electron card thus saves me £120.00 per annum.
I won't be able to avoid the online check in charge, but I know about it; it's had enough publicity, and if it takes the FR fare above one of thier rivals, I'll vote with my feet.
As I said it's a game.
WP