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Property, Plant and Equipment - Narrative (Details)

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Property, Plant and Equipment - Narrative (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
Jun. 30, 2011
Jun. 30, 2012
Jun. 30, 2011
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]        
Depreciation expense     $ 21,245 $ 21,480
Sabine Pass LNG terminal | LNG terminal costs
       
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]        
Depreciation expense $ 10,500 $ 10,600 $ 21,000 $ 21,300