Acquisitions (Pro Forma) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended			6 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2012		Jul. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2012
Net Sales
As reported (1)	$ 6,327,476	$ 5,968,419	[1]	$ 12,475,233	$ 11,878,482	[1]
Proforma		6,538,538			13,056,685
Net Income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation
As reported (1)	14,695	34,699	[1]	32,455	88,877	[1]
Proforma		$ 36,264			$ 94,566

[1] See Note 2 - Restatement of Consolidated Financial Statements.