An experienced traveler would know not to walk up to the podium and say "what other flights are available." An experienced traveler would quickly do the research, determine the best option, look at seating (yes the seat map doesn't always represent how many seats have been sold on that flight), get on the phone and stand in line (or if available quickly get to the AC) and whoever is first, GA or TA, have them reroute based upon your number one or two preference. I certainly would off the top of my head know the alternative hub or non hub means to get to my destination, hopefully in a reasonable time. Asking the GA "for options" is what people that rarely fly would do and the "options" would probably be standby for subsequent flights or just wait for the delayed flight.