Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 29, 2013
Dec. 30, 2012
Net income (loss) $ (78,268) $ 24,384
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:    
Net foreign currency translation adjustment (1,350) (1,057)
Gain on recovery from impaired investments (1,200) 1,200
Net unrealized gain on cash flow hedges:    
Net unrealized hedge gain arising during the period 15,714 741
Net gain reclassified into earnings for cash flow hedges (ineffective portion) (2,415)  
Net gain reclassified into earnings for cash flow hedges (effective portion) (13,298) (740)
Net unrealized gain on cash flow hedges 1 1
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (2,549) 144
Total comprehensive income (loss) (80,817) 24,528
Less: Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interest   (503)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Spansion Inc. common stockholders $ (80,817) $ 25,031