Cheniere Energy, Inc. Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Supplemental Cash Flow Information and Disclosures of Non-Cash Transactions (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010	Dec. 31, 2009
Interest Paid [Abstract]
Cash paid during the year for interest, net of amounts capitalized	$ 190,849	$ 263,520	$ 90,702

The amount of cash paid for interest during the period net of cash paid for interest that is capitalized.