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.
Airlines do not release their sale seat tickets for domestic flights until three or four months before the flight. If you are watching flight prices for your a trip more than four months down the road, wait until you see that first price dip.