So I didn't realize this when I booked the flight, but apparently the CLT-ATL flight I am taking on 11/25 is almost always an hour late and I only have a 45 minute layover during which I have to go from Terminal A to E at Hartsfield (which most of you know is really cutting it close). Now I'm getting quite anxious about missing the second segment due to the layover length. If I miss my second segment, which is to central america (Delta only has service there every other day), what are my options?

Since this is last minute trip, and I don't have any non-refundable reservations at my destination, I wouldn't mind if they were willing to put me on a Delta flight to another destination in Central/South America. Would something like that even be an option? I am a medallion member and my upgrades have already cleared for both segments on 11/25 if that makes any difference. There is an earlier flight out of CLT, should I call to try to see if they will switch me to that flight (I just don't want to have to pay to change)?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!