API Distribution

For OTAs, TMCs & Tour Operators (API-Out Architecture). The Unified Gateway to Global Inventory Distribution

Unified Gateway to Global Inventory Distribution

Estea’s Travel API Distribution platform enables OTAs, TMCs, and travel networks to distribute flights, hotels, transfers, and packaged inventory through a single, scalable API-out architecture.

Act as a primary inventory source for sub-agents, corporate partners, and third-party sellers, without compromising performance, margins, or supplier control.

Built for High-Concurrency Travel Distribution

Instead of direct GDS or supplier hits on every request, Estea’s API Distribution layer is optionally backed by a high-performance travel cache engine. This architecture allows partners to receive results in milliseconds while reducing supplier load and cost.

Sub-Second Response Times (Cache-Backed)

  • The Problem: Direct GDS/Supplier hits are slow and expensive.
  • The Estea Solution: Our Travel Cache Engine processes tens of millions of data points, ensuring your partners receive search results in milliseconds.

Dynamic Markup & Profitability Management

  • Granular Control: Configure individual markups, markups on destinations or suppliers, and much more for every sub-agent or partner.
  • Supplier Logic: Manage which suppliers are available to specific distribution channels to protect your direct contracting relationships.

Rich Content Delivery for Partner Channels

  • Beyond prices and availability, the API delivers structured travel rich content, images, localized descriptions, amenities, and metadata, ensuring downstream partners can sell experiences, not just inventory.

Built On

  • REST API with JSON responses for rapid integration.
  • Unified access to Flights, 3+ mil Hotels, and global Transfers.
  • Horizontal scaling to handle peak booking seasons without performance degradation.

Why Choose Estea for Your Distribution Strategy?

  • B2B & B2C Versatility: Distribute inventory across diverse business models and new channels effortlessly.
  • Future-Proof Connectivity: As you add new direct contracts or suppliers, they become available across your distribution network.
  • Automated Workflow: Eliminate manual errors in the distribution chain with intelligent automation from search to booking.

Frequently Asked Questions About API Distribution

Can we distribute different markups to different sub-agents?

Yes. The API Distribution platform includes granular pricing and markup controls that allow you to configure price rules, service fees, and supplier visibility on a per-partner or per-agent basis.

This enables fully customized B2B and B2C distribution strategies without duplicating inventory or workflows.

Does the API support "Rich Content" like images and amenities?

Yes. As part of the API Distribution platform, Estea delivers structured travel rich content alongside pricing and availability. This includes high-definition images, localized descriptions, amenities, and metadata, ensuring downstream partners can sell complete travel experiences, not just prices.

What travel segments are included in the Unified API?

Our API-out solution provides a single, unified endpoint for Hotels, Flights, and Transfers. It also supports Curated Packaging, allowing you to distribute complex, multi-service bundles as a single bookable item.

Is the platform compatible with existing GDS and LCC integrations?

Yes. Estea’s API Distribution platform is designed to integrate with existing GDS, LCC, and third-party supplier feeds. It can be layered onto your current technology stack without requiring a full system replacement or architectural overhaul.

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