How high do you have to be for a parachute to open safely and on time?

A parachute typically needs to be deployed at an altitude of around 2,500 to 3,000 feet (about 760 to 915 meters) above ground level for a safe and timely opening. This altitude allows sufficient time for the parachute to inflate and for the jumper to adjust their position before landing. However, experienced skydivers may deploy their parachutes at lower altitudes, depending on the type of jump and their level of expertise.