FCNY offers free 2-day Express or 1-2 day Ground shipping via FedEx on all US orders over $400, no code required - this will automatically be an option at checkout. Please note that orders may take up to 2 business days to process.

We are also happy to ship orders internationally! We've shipped flutes to over 100 countries around the world, from Brazil to Korea and everywhere in between. Nothing would make us happier to help you find your next instrument, no matter where you live!

Flute Center of New York offers free in-home trials for all our instruments, new and used. Contact a Resident Flutist or call into the shop to set up your trial today!

We are happy to send several instruments at a time - and if you don't find the right instrument, we're happy to send as many follow-up trials as it takes for you to find the perfect instrument! 

Please note that trials are not available on keyless flutes or accessories. Shipping fees may apply - have your flute teacher Join the Club for free shipping!

FCNY offers a 7-day return window for all instrument purchases made through our website, new or used. Please contact us within 7 days of receiving the instrument to begin the return process. All returns and exchanges must include a completed RMA Form.

For those clients who choose to trial instruments before purchasing, there are no returns or refunds after finalizing a sale, as the trial period allows for a free, no obligation return. 

Accessories, including cases, bags, and flute care products, are not eligible for return or exchange. Defective merchandise may be returned for exchange within 7 calendar days of the original invoice date for replacement with an identical item, but must be unused and in original packaging to be eligible for return. Lefreques are eligible for return/exchange within 7 calendar days of the anticipated delivery date. To be eligible for a return or exchange, the Lefreque(s) must be unused and in the same condition that you received it, including the original packaging. To initiate a return of a Lefreque, please contact us. 

Read more about our return policy here.

We proudly offer a full 1-year service warranty on all new instrument purchases. This service warranty includes every aspect of the playability of the instrument - corks, pads, felts, springs, adjustments, etc. New instruments also come with a manufacturer's warranty against defects; these manufacturer's warranties vary by brand. Warranties generally do not cover against aesthetic issues or those issues caused by damage or misuse, ie. scratches, dents, dings, tarnish, cleaning, or discoloration.

New instruments purchased by students of our ClubFCNY members will qualify for a complimentary 18-month extended warranty. If you're shopping and want to receive a free extended warranty, tell your teacher to Join the Club, or enter your teacher's name and email address at checkout!

Pre-owned flutes are sold in as-is condition and do not come with any formal warranty. However, some minor adjustments can sometimes be completed as part of the sale.