If Ryanair was the only choice I'd get a taxi to another airport. Heard too many horror stories to ever consider using them. And as for O'Leary, a man that makes it clear that he has no respect for his customers in any way shape or form. I would rather row across to Dublin than put a pound in that man's pocket.
As for Virgin, we fly with them 2-3 times a year and rate their Upper Class product highly. Been to New York, Washington and Antigua with them this year. Dubai and Florida planned next year so far.
Miopyk