Irina Ciochiu

As the Founder and CEO of FlightHelp, Irina Ciochiu works at the intersection of law, aviation, and consumer rights. Her mission is clear. Help passengers understand when they may be eligible for compensation and guide them through a process that airlines often make difficult to navigate.

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Irina Ciochiu

Irina Ciochiu is a Romanian entrepreneur and legal professional, and the Founder and CEO of FlightHelp. Her background is in law, which she studied at the University of Craiova, and it has shaped the way she approaches challenges in highly regulated industries.

Today, her work focuses on passenger rights, with a particular emphasis on EU261 regulations. She founded FlightHelp to simplify the process of claiming compensation for flight delays, cancellations, and overbookings. Her objective has always been to translate complex legal regulations into clear, practical solutions that people can easily understand and use.

News & Interviews

An interview with Irina Ciochiu

Irina Ciochiu is the Founder FlightHelp, a company focused on helping air passengers understand and exercise their rights when flights are delayed, cancelled, overbooked, or otherwise disrupted.

Irina Ciochiu: Building Better Systems for Passenger Rights

Most travellers never expect to need legal knowledge when they board a plane. They simply want to reach their destination on time.

From Legal Frameworks to Everyday Solutions: Why the Best Systems Make Complex Problems Feel Simple

Throughout my career, I have been drawn to solving problems that exist at the intersection of law, business, and everyday human experiences.

The Future of Passenger Advocacy: How Technology and Human Expertise Will Shape Travel Support

The aviation industry has always been shaped by innovation. From the expansion of international routes to advances in aircraft technology, air travel continues to evolve in response to a more connected global population.