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Or you could just... not make use of any of the extra options and enjoy the cheapest price possible.

I spent a total of 8 EUR to travel from Germany to Bulgaria and back again two years ago with Ryanair. I fly with them whenever possible because they're by far the cheapest option available and I simply manage to not eat or drink something or go online for 2-3 hours, which really should be manageable for pretty much anyone.

[dazc]

I am often amazed at how many people just can't manage to go for 2-3 hours without stuffing their face.

Equally amazing too that people won't pay for a designated seat but will then spend 30 euros on drinks and snacks?

[some_account]

Or how they somehow can't bring some fruit or sandwiches in their hand baggage.

I think in general, people are very lazy and rather pay extra instead of plan ahead.

[icebraining]

Plus you can take food with you if you need, and drinks from the airport past security, though those aren't necessarily cheaper.

[crtasm]

Take an empty bottle and get free water at some UK airports. I've not confirmed this personally yet

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/travel-tips#water

[icebraining]

I did this in Hamburg (technically I bought a bottle, but I drank it before boarding, so I refilled it before flight). But in my limited experience, these fountains are not common in EU airports.