You can readily identify an e-Passport, because it has a unique international symbol on the cover. Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) ESTA is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Authorization via ESTA does not determine whether a traveler is admissible to the United States.
Two to three weeks before the flight date, the price quotes start increasing. This is the time when business travelers start booking. While price drops are still possible, a chance of a price increase is much higher if you wait to book within this time period.
On Our Radar. Get Ready for Even Lower Airfare Prices in 2016. If you thought airfare prices were pretty low last year, expect them to be even lower this year. Thanks to the drop in oil prices and increased competition, analysts forecast airfare prices will be about 15% lower this year compared to 2015.