Ed Booked an $800 Plane Ticket Instead of a $700

Multiple Choice

Ed booked an $800 plane ticket instead of a $700 ticket because the flight departed at 9 AM instead of 6 AM. Despite the difference in cost, Ed is adamant that booking the more expensive ticket will actually save him money.
Which of the following, if true, would help resolve the apparent discrepancy above?

A) Ed relies on the subway to get to and from the airport and the subway does not start running until 6 AM.
B) Ed has a frequent flier membership allowing one free checked bag worth $25 on the more expensive airline.
C) Ed's friend Valerie told him that the more expensive airline is more reliable and more likely to get him to his meeting on time.
D) The two flights leave from neighboring airports, and Ed prefers the airport housing the more expensive flight.
E) The more expensive flight is on a nicer airline offering better food and more comfortable seating.