Originally Posted by flyerCO

I understand, but generally they're not going to put you on the LAX-JFK nonstops unless you bought a ticket that way. I agree you have to connect coming from SMF. However I find it doubtful they'll route you SMF-LAX-JFK. SMF-MSP/SLC/DTW/ATL/Any other city-JFK no problem.

DL charges a premium for the LAX-JFK flights, even if it's a connection from another flight, it'll be more then a connection SLC/MSP/DTW/ATL-JFK. Agents I know have been told that it should only be done as a last resort option if nothing else works.

Also remember since it's an UP fare, you need BOTH U/H/Whatever the base class is and P class availability. Having just P doesn't cut it.