Budget airlines have made flying accessible to millions, but I'm convinced the hidden fees and cramped seats aren't worth the initial savings. On a recent Ryanair flight, the base fare was €29, yet after paying for a carry-on, seat selection, and printing my boarding pass, the total reached €87 — more than a full-service carrier. Are we really getting a deal, or are we just being nickel-and-dimed into paying the same price for a worse experience?