Hon Thom Cable Car: Wind and Fear of Heights

The Hon Thom cable car ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes each way and is described as smooth and stable, with slight movement at the towers. It does not run in all conditions: severe weather would likely stop entry at the gate, and the schedule can shift, so check it on the day. If heights worry you, a different viewpoint may suit you better.

What happens in windy weather?

Severe weather would likely stop entry at the gate, so the cable car does not run in all conditions.

The operator says that trip times can shift with weather or maintenance, so the schedule should be checked on the day of travel. The system also closes for a few days at a time now and then for maintenance. Visitors should not assume it is running, even on a day with clear skies.

From 1 January 2026 the cable car runs four trips a day within three time windows. The schedule changes, so confirm the current times on the day or message us on WhatsApp and we check with local partners.

Our sources do not give a wind speed at which the cable car stops, so we do not state one.

How are closures announced?

Our sources do not describe an announcement channel, so the safest approach is to check on the day rather than rely on a notice.

What our sources do say:

• The operator advises checking the schedule on the day of travel.
• Trip times can shift with weather or maintenance.
• The system closes for a few days at a time now and then, so a booking for a closed period is a risk.

The cable car station is at Anh Duong in An Thoi, about 20 km from the airport, and the taxi trip takes roughly 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Arriving at the wrong time can cost 1 to 2 hours of waiting, so a wasted trip is expensive in time. Tickets can be bought directly at the cable car station. The price depends on date and operator, so confirm on WhatsApp.

Does it suit someone afraid of heights?

It may, if your fear is moderate, because the cabin is described as stable, but the brief rise and drop at the tall pillars can feel scary.

Here are the facts that matter:

Operators and local sources report these figures; confirm the current details on WhatsApp. If you are very afraid of heights, read the next sections and consider a viewpoint closer to the ground.

How can I stay calm in the cabin?

Choose a spot near the middle of the cabin, look at the horizon, and breathe slowly before and after each tower.

These tips are general, not rules from the operator:

1. Arrive early and take a position where you can hold a rail or lean on a seat.
2. Look at the horizon or at the island ahead, not straight down at the sea.
3. Breathe slowly and steadily, and keep your eyes on one fixed point.
4. Tell the person next to you what you feel before the tower, so they can talk to you through the pillar.
5. Remember that the cabin is described as stable and that the ride is about 15 to 20 minutes.

Do not stand at the cabin edge if the ride makes you nervous. The author of one source says you will not lose your balance even when standing, but that does not mean standing is necessary.

When should I choose another viewpoint?

Choose another viewpoint if weather is severe, if the system is closed, or if the ride would cause real distress.

Do not force the ride to prove a point. A calm day on the beach or at a lower viewpoint gives you a better memory than a frightening one. Our guide to alternatives to the Hon Thom cable car when it is closed lists other ideas for the same day.

If you still want the cable car, pick a day with clear weather and a time with good visibility. The guide to the best time for cable car views at Hon Thom explains how to choose.

Facts about the system, for reference: the line is 7.9 km long (7,899.9 metres), reaches about 174 metres above the sea, and moves at about 30 km/h. It is described as the longest continuous three-cable aerial car system in the world and holds a Guinness record. The round-trip ticket already includes entry to Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park, so no separate park ticket is needed. The height bands for ticket prices changed in 2026 and used to split at 1.3 m rather than 1.4 m, so check your child’s height.

What to do next

Read Hon Thom Cable Car: how it works, cost and timing for the practical plan. Keep the guide to alternatives when the cable car is closed handy, and read the best time for cable car views at Hon Thom before you pick a day. For a price on your date, message us on WhatsApp and we confirm the exact price in the chat before you pay.